Description
Learn how to make delicious ground beef casserole. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups cooked pasta (any short shape like elbow or penne)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional: 1 cup chopped bell peppers or mushrooms for added veggies
Feel free to substitute ground turkey for a lighter version or add a handful of spinach for extra nutrition. This recipe is all about making it work with what you have, just like my parents taught me.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish lightly with cooking spray.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Mix in the cooked pasta, ensuring it’s well-coated with the sauce. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 20 minutes.
- Let it cool slightly before serving, and enjoy the comforting flavors!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: ground beef casserole, recipe, cooking, food
