Description
Daddy’s Baked Hamburgers is a warm, comforting casserole combining seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and flavorful seasonings baked to perfection. This family-friendly dish is simple to prepare, customizable, and perfect for casual dinners or feeding a crowd, delivering layers of savory flavor and gooey texture everyone loves.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh, lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 3/4 cup breadcrumbs (can substitute gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 to 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar or American cheese (or a blend)
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix gently but thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated without overworking the meat to avoid toughening.
- Shape and Arrange: Press the beef mixture into an even layer in a greased baking dish or form individual patties arranged closely together, based on your serving preference.
- Add Tomato Sauce and Cheese: Spread a generous layer of tomato sauce evenly over the beef mixture, then sprinkle shredded cheese on top to create a deliciously gooey crust.
- Bake Until Perfect: Place the dish in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 30-40 minutes, until the beef is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbling.
- Rest and Serve: Remove from oven and allow to rest for 5 minutes to let the juices redistribute. Then cut into squares or serve patties with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Use fresh, good quality ground beef for best flavor and texture.
- Avoid overmixing the beef to maintain tenderness.
- Select cheeses that melt well like cheddar or American for the ideal gooey topping.
- Rest the casserole after baking to let juices settle and enhance flavor.
- Customize seasoning according to your family’s taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg