Hamburger and Macaroni Hot Dish

Ingredients and Weight:

• Ground hamburger meat: 500g
• Elbow macaroni: 250g
• Cheddar cheese: 200g (shredded)
• Diced onions: 100g
• Minced garlic: 3 cloves
• Beef broth: 1 cup
• Ketchup: 1/4 cup
• Salt and pepper: to taste
• Butter: 30g for cooking macaroni

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 45 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a large pot of boiling water, cook the macaroni until tender, then drain and set aside.
3. In a frying pan, cook the ground hamburger meat until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat.
4. Add the diced onions and minced garlic to the hamburger meat and cook for a further 2-3 minutes.
5. Add the ketchup, beef broth, salt, and pepper to the hamburger meat mixture and stir well.
6. Combine the cooked macaroni with the hamburger mixture.
7. Transfer the mixture into an oven-friendly baking dish and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
8. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the dish is bubbling around the edges.
9. Remove from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, and serve.

Nutritional Information: (Please note that the nutritional information may vary depending on the specific ingredients used.)

• Calories: Approximately 700-800 calories per serving (assuming 2 people per serving)
• Protein: Depending on meat content and other ingredients.
• Fat: Depending on cheese content and other fats in ingredients.
• Carbohydrates: From macaroni and other ingredients.

Dish Characteristics:

• A hearty dish that combines the flavors of hamburger and macaroni in a hot, bubbling dish.
• The dish is rich in protein and carbs, making it a filling meal.
• The use of cheddar cheese adds a creamy and rich texture to the dish.

User Comments:

1. "This dish was a hit with my family! The combination of hamburger and macaroni was unexpected but delicious."
2. "I love how easy this dish is to make, yet it tastes like a dish from a fine restaurant."
3. "The addition of cheese on top made this dish so creamy and delicious."
4. "This is a great dish for a cold winter night."
5. "My kids loved this dish, it was their favorite for the whole week!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to cook the hamburger meat thoroughly to ensure safety.
• Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preference.
• If you want to add more veggies, feel free to add bell peppers or mushrooms to the hamburger meat while it's cooking.
• Use a good quality cheddar cheese for the best flavor and texture in the dish.