Here’s a hearty and easy Ground Beef Casserole — a comforting one-dish meal with beef, vegetables, and a cheesy topping.
🥘 Ground Beef Casserole
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (optional)
- 1 can (14.5 oz / 410 g) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup frozen corn or peas
- 1 cup cooked pasta or rice
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Beef
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add onion, garlic, and bell pepper; sauté 3–4 minutes until softened.
2️⃣ Combine Ingredients
- Stir in diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Add cooked pasta or rice and frozen vegetables; mix well.
3️⃣ Assemble the Casserole
- Transfer mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly on top.
4️⃣ Bake
- Bake 20–25 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
5️⃣ Serve
- Let cool 5 minutes before serving.
- Optional: garnish with fresh parsley or green onions.
🔥 Tips & Variations
- Creamy version: Stir in ½ cup sour cream or cream cheese before baking.
- Spicy kick: Add chili powder, cayenne, or hot sauce.
- Tex-Mex twist: Use taco seasoning, black beans, and corn; top with shredded cheddar and crushed tortilla chips.
- Make ahead: Assemble and refrigerate for up to 24 hours; bake before serving.
- Low-carb: Skip pasta/rice; add extra vegetables like zucchini or cauliflower rice.
If you like, I can provide a cheesy, layered ground beef casserole with a crunchy topping that’s like a comfort-food classic but extra indulgent.
