Hamburger Hotdish

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook the Beef:
   • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
   • Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
   • Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
   • Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
3. Combine Ingredients:
   • In a large bowl, combine the cooked ground beef mixture, cream of mushroom soup, frozen peas, shredded cheddar cheese, milk, cooked egg noodles, dried thyme, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
4. Transfer to Baking Dish:
   • Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish or a similar-sized casserole dish.
5. Add Topping (Optional):
   • If you like a crunchy topping, mix the breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle over the top of the casserole.
6. Bake:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the hotdish is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
7. Serve:
   • Let the hotdish cool for a few minutes before serving.

This Hamburger Hotdish is a versatile recipe, so feel free to add other vegetables or ingredients you like. It’s a great, hearty meal that’s perfect for family dinners. Enjoy!