hamburger casserole recipe

**Ingredients:** - 1 pound ground beef - 1 small onion, diced - 2 cloves garlic, minced - 1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup - 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained - 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (like peas and carrots) - 2 cups cooked pasta (such as elbow macaroni) - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme - 1/2 teaspoon dried basil - Salt and pepper to taste - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)