Cheeseburger Casserole

 1 lb ground beef

1 medium onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup ketchup

2 tablespoons mustard

1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

2 cups cooked elbow macaroni or any pasta of choice (I used GF bow tie noodles)

Salt and pepper, to taste

Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F

Cook Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain the excess fat.

Sauté Veggies: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook until the onion is translucent.

Add Flavor: Stir in the ketchup, mustard, and diced tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper. Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes.

Combine: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta and the beef mixture.

Assemble Casserole: In a greased casserole dish, layer half of the pasta and beef mixture. Sprinkle half of the cheese on top. Repeat the layers with the remaining pasta mixture and cheese.

Bake: Place the casserole dish in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.