Ground Beef Casserole: Cozy Comfort Food Your Family Will Love

This Ground Beef Casserole is the perfect cozy dish for busy nights, combining savory beef, cheesy goodness, and hearty ingredients.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 45

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Beef

Cuisine: American

Calories: 400

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Casserole Base

1 pound Ground Beef Use 80/20 for best flavor
2 cups Pasta/Rice/Tater Tots Use your favorite base

For the Flavor Layer

2 cups Cheese (Mozzarella/Cheddar) Blend for creaminess
1 cup Enchilada Sauce Or substitute with salsa
2 cups Vegetables Bell peppers, onions, fresh or frozen

For Seasoning

2 teaspoons Seasonings Garlic powder, taco seasoning, or to taste

Equipment

large skillet
Deep baking dish
Measuring cups
Spatula

Method

Preparation

Gather all your ingredients, chop vegetables, and preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef for about 6-8 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat.
Stir in the chopped vegetables and seasonings, adding the enchilada sauce. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Layer the beef mixture in a deep baking dish, add the pasta/rice/tater tots, press down, and sprinkle with cheese.
Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25-30 minutes.
Remove foil and bake for another 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize with leftover veggies or different sauces. Great for freezing and reheating later.

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