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This eight ingredient Hamburger Hotdish is a classic family recipe that will never go out of style. Ground beef, egg noodles and creamed corn combine in this bubbly, cheesy comforting casserole. #casserole #beeffoodrecipes #beef #noodles #comfortfood #easyrecipe #cheese

This eight ingredient Hamburger Hotdish is a classic family recipe combining beef, egg noodles and creamed corn in this bubbly, cheesy comforting casserole.

A white casserole dish of Hamburger Hotdish sits on a dark surface surrounded by plates, a napkin, parsley and salt and pepper shakers.

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Original content posted October 2016.  Updated January 2020.

It was in the mid-70s yesterday and this morning I woke up to howling winds and temperatures in the 40s.  Winter, I see you peeking out from the mountain tops.  Please just let me find the baby the right size of shoes – I’ve had three different Zappos orders with no luck! – and a winter coat and then you’re welcome to bring it.  Well, except for the end of the month when we have family photos scheduled.  Then you’re good.

With the cooler temps, I’m in full throttle comfort food mode.  Bring on the casseroles, bring on the foods that make me think of family.  I’m thinking Deep Dish Bubble Pizza, Homemade Chocolate Pudding Pie and Easy Snickers Brownies.   I’m also thinking that I need to bring on the Hamburger Hotdish that apparently I’ve been hoarding photos of since April.  (WHAT?!)

An overhead shot of a casserole dish of Hamburger Hotdish sitting on a dark surface flanked by a napkin and parsley.

I remember my mom making this when growing up but honestly didn’t start making it until the last year or so.  A recipe straight from the family cookbook my mom gave me for one of my wedding showers, it’s straight from the kitchen of my mom’s mom.  

Not only is this casserole straight up comfort food, but there’s a 99.9% chance that I have all of the ingredients on hand without a trip to the grocery store.  Or these days, an extra grocery delivery.  

An overhead shot of a white casserole dish of Hamburger Hotdish sitting on a wooden surface flanked by a striped napkin, parsley, salt and pepper shakers, plates and forks.

Easy Hamburger Hotdish

This eight ingredient Hamburger Hotdish is a classic family recipe that will never go out of style.  Ground beef, egg noodles and creamed corn combine in this bubbly, cheesy comforting casserole.  If you use an ovenproof skillet, this is truly a one dish meal.  Hooray for less cleanup!

A hand is spooning out a serving of Hamburger Hotdish from a white casserole dish flanked by a striped napkin.

Hamburger Hotdish with Egg Noodles

My favorite part of this Hamburger Hotdish?  Well, besides how incredibly easy it is and that there’s so little cleanup afterwards?   The egg noodles peeking out the top.  They have a bit of crunch to them while those buried in the cheesy goodness at the bottom are al dente and equally amazing.  Love the contrast of texture!

This Hamburger Hotdish with egg noodles is the way my family has always made it.  I know that there are other versions that use elbow macaroni, rice and even mashed potatoes, but to me, egg noodles are the only way to go.

Step by step photos of how to create Hamburger Hotidsh on a white speckled background. Steps 1-4.

How Do You Make Hamburger Hotdish?

[1]  In a large skillet, brown ground beef. 

[2]  Add green pepper and onion to skillet.

[3]  Cook for 2-3 minutes or until just tender.

[4]  Remove skillet from heat and add egg, tomato soup, cheese, egg noodles, corn and salt.

Step by step photos of how to create Hamburger Hotidsh on a white speckled background. Steps 5-6.

[5]  Stir to completely combine.

[6]  Pour mixture into 9″ x 13″ casserole and cover. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes.  Uncover and bake for an additional 15 minutes.

A serving of Hamburger Hotdish sits on a white plate on a wooden surface surrounded by forks, a casserole dish and salt and pepper shakers.

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4.18 from 35 votes

Hamburger Hotdish

This eight ingredient Hamburger Hotdish is a classic family recipe that will never go out of style. Ground beef, egg noodles and creamed corn combine in this bubbly, cheesy comforting casserole.
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time1 hr
Total Time1 hr 15 mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 505kcal
Author: Melanie Bauer | Melanie Makes

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 green pepper diced
  • 1 onion diced
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 1 10.75 ounce can tomato soup
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 12 ounces egg noodles
  • 1 14.75 ounce can creamed corn
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • chopped parsley to garnish (if desired)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a medium sized skillet, brown ground beef. Add green pepper and onion and cook for 2-3 minutes or until just tender.
  • Remove from heat and stir in egg, tomato soup, cheese, egg noodles, corn and salt until combined.
  • Pour into 9x13 casserole and cover. Bake for 45 minutes.
  • Uncover and bake for an additional 15 minutes.

Notes

If you brown the ground beef in an oven proof skillet, you can simply bake in the same skillet making this a true one dish meal! (I like using my Le Creuset braiser for this recipe for that exact reason.)

Nutrition

Calories: 505kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 126mg | Sodium: 692mg | Potassium: 647mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 600IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 244mg | Iron: 2.7mg

Want to find more main dish recipes featuring ground beef?  You’ll want to add these comforting Hamburger Steaks with Mushroom Gravy, this easy Zingy Slow Cooker Hamburger Soup and this mashup Cornbread Hamburger Skillet to next week’s meal plan.

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  1. Rose says

    Was looking for a recipe using ground meat and came across this one. I replaced bell pepper with poblano chile that I roasted prior and diced into the ground meat while cooking. Went to a couple of stores to find cream of corn and did not find any; decided to use cream of celery and add frozen corn. Also, I did what Cristal suggested, adding 1/2 cup sour cream and 1/2 water to ensure the noodles softened.. I did cook for 5 minutes uncovered to have some crispy noodles to try out. My grandson said it tasted good. Thanks!
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  2. Lisa says

    This sounds scrumptious! Esp with the creamed corn! Creamed corn is my husband's 2nd favorite vegetable. Question - after the hamburger is cooked, do you drain the grease off? Or mix it in with all the other ingredients & then cook everything? Thanks!
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    • Melanie says

      Hi, Lisa - If there is a large amount of grease, I'd drain it, otherwise you should be good to go!
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  4. Kate says

    HI. I’ve never heard of creamed corn in a tin ? And doubt you could get it in Spain. Could u just whizz up corn and maybe milk ? In a blender? Or could someone help with an alternative? Thanks
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    • Melanie says

      Hey, Kate - How interesting that it isn't readily available! After a bit of internet research, it looks like you can take a quantity of fresh corn kernels, either fresh off the cob, canned or frozen (thawed). Purée half of them in a blender with a small amount of water or milk. Let me know if it works for you!
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    • Véronique says

      I make my own creamed corn! I use frozen corn that I cook with butter, salt and pepper. Then, I add a bit of cream and I use a hand blender to mash just a tiny bit! It's sooooo good!
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        • Veronique says

          My recipe is in french, but I will try to translate it correctly for you! 4 cups of fresh or frozen corn 1 cup of 35% or 15% cream Salt and pepper Mix the corn, cream, salt and pepper in a pan at medium-low heat. Let simmer for a while until the preparation has reduced by half. Turn off the heat and with a hand blender pulse until desired texture. There's a lot of cream corn recipe on the web, but this one is really simple and perfect to add in a recipe like your hamburger hotdish.
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  5. Veronique says

    That looks very good, but I wonder if it would be quicker to cook it directly on the stove? Like a homemade hamburger helper.
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    • Melanie says

      Hi, Veronique - I haven't tried it that way so I can't say for certain. I love the hands off time by being able to put it in the oven and then tackle other tasks. If you try it that way, let me know your thoughts!
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    • Roseanne says

      I am. Trying to ask samething just tried to cook it egg noodles are crispy. Otherwise it taste good.
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      • Melanie says

        Yes, that's my favorite part! The noodles on the top do have a bit of crunch - love that extra bit of texture.
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  14. sherry says

    This sounds like a kid-friendly casserole...NO spices . I was surprised to see that you didn't add salt and pepper to taste. I know you mentioned using green peppers but it looks like there is celery in this dish also...if NOT would celery be a good addition?
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    • Melanie says

      Hi, Sherry - Salt and pepper to taste is always a given with me! And no celery in this dish. All ingredients are listed as they are included. This dish came from my grandmother's recipe book so I usually keep as is. Feel free to add celery if you choose though. Would love to hear if you give it a try!
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  15. Bo says

    If I wanted to make ahead as a freezer meal, best to bake first, then freeze? Or assemble and then freeze prior to baking?
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    • Melanie says

      Hi, Bo - I haven't tried this as a freezer meal before, but I'm thinking that I would freeze prior to baking so that the noodles wouldn't get mushy. Let me know what happens if you give it a try!
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  16. Christal says

    This was very good and wonderfully easy. I added 1/2 cup of sour cream and 1/2 cup of water because my family isn't fond of crunchy noodles. Also I topped it with American cheese in addition to the cheddar inside (I cut back the cheddar a bit for the cheese topping I added). Quick tip: I used frozen seasoning blend (onions, green pepper, herbs) so I didn't have to cut the onions etc. saving even more time and clean up. Definitely keeping this one in my recipe book!
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    • Melanie says

      Christal, I'm so glad you enjoyed it and also shared how you made it your own! So glad one of my family's traditional favorites has become one of yours.
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    • melanie says

      Thanks so much, Lauren! And oh, that dish! So hard to find a clean lined white 9x13 dish - took me forever!
      Reply

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