Minestrone Hamburger HelperCasserole Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 375���F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
• STEP 2.In a large skillet, brown the ground beef and onion until cooked through.
• STEP 3.Stir in the Hamburger Helper mix, water, diced tomatoes, kidney beans, and Italian seasoning.
• STEP 4.Simmer for 5 minutes, then transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.
• STEP 5.Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
• STEP 6.Remove the foil and sprinkle the shredded cheese over the casserole.
• STEP 7.Bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
• STEP 8.Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking Tips

• Feel free to add additional vegetables, such as carrots, celery, or zucchini, to the casserole.
• For a vegetarian version, omit the ground beef and use vegetable broth instead of water.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Storage and Serving

• Serve the Minestrone Hamburger Helper Casserole hot as a main dish.
• Garnish with fresh parsley or grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
• Reheat leftovers in the microwave or oven until heated through.