Ground Beef Casserole

Here’s a classic, hearty Ground Beef Casserole—easy, comforting, and customizable. Perfect for weeknight dinners.

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🥘 Ground Beef Casserole

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef

• 1 small onion, diced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn, optional)

• 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup (or cream of celery)

• ½ cup milk

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning (or salt & pepper)

• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

• 2 cups cooked pasta (elbow macaroni or rotini) or cooked rice

• Optional: breadcrumbs for topping

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven

   • 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 baking dish.

2. Cook beef & veggies

   • In a skillet, brown ground beef with onion and garlic until fully cooked.

   • Drain excess fat.

   • Stir in frozen vegetables and cook 2–3 minutes.

3. Mix sauce

   • In a bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup, milk, and Italian seasoning.

4. Combine ingredients

   • Add cooked pasta (or rice) to beef mixture.

   • Pour in soup mixture and half the cheese. Mix until combined.

5. Assemble casserole

   • Pour into prepared baking dish.

   • Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.

   • Optional: top with breadcrumbs for crunch.

6. Bake

   • 20–25 minutes, until bubbly and cheese is melted.

7. Serve

   • Let cool 5 minutes before serving.

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Tips & Variations

• Extra flavor: Add Worcestershire sauce or a splash of soy sauce to beef.

• Vegetarian swap: Use plant-based beef and vegetable broth instead of soup.

• Cheese varieties: Try mozzarella, pepper jack, or a mix.

• Make-ahead: Assemble the night before and bake next day.

If you want, I can also give a low-carb version with cauliflower rice, Mexican-style ground beef casserole, or a slow cooker adaptation.