Cheesy Macaroni and Hamburger Casserole

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound elbow macaroni
• 1 pound ground hamburger
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
• 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of celery soup
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1/2 cup bread crumbs
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook macaroni according to package directions.
3. Meanwhile, brown ground hamburger in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain off excess fat.
4. Add onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper to the skillet with the hamburger. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
5. Stir in cream of mushroom soup, cream of celery soup, and milk.
6. Bring to a simmer and cook until sauce has thickened, about 5 minutes.
7. Stir in cooked macaroni, cheddar cheese, and Monterey Jack cheese.
8. Pour mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
9. In a small bowl, combine bread crumbs and parsley. Sprinkle over casserole.
10. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly and hot.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350 per serving
• Fat: 15 grams
• Protein: 20 grams
• Carbohydrates: 35 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and cheesy
• Savory and flavorful
• Hearty and comforting

User Comments:

• "This casserole is a hit with my family! It's so cheesy and flavorful, and it's so easy to make."
• "I love the combination of macaroni and hamburger in this casserole. It's the perfect comfort food."
• "This is a great recipe for a crowd. It's easy to double or triple the recipe to feed a larger group."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• To make ahead, prepare the casserole up to step 9 and refrigerate. When ready to bake, let it come to room temperature for 30 minutes before baking.
• If you don't have bread crumbs, you can use crushed crackers or tortilla chips.
• You can add other vegetables to this casserole, such as peas, carrots, or corn.