Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this savory ground beef casserole. Packed with flavor and layered with colorful ingredients, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings. A delightful blend of lean ground beef, vibrant bell peppers, and gooey cheese makes every bite a cozy experience. Easy to prepare and customizable to suit your pantry, this casserole will quickly become a favorite at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80/20)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (mix of colors)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked pasta or rice (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and bell peppers; sauté until softened.
- Increase heat slightly and add ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking clumps apart.
- Stir in minced garlic, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper; cook until fragrant.
- Pour in canned tomatoes along with juices and simmer for 10 minutes.
- If using pasta or rice, stir it into the mixture before transferring to a baking dish. Top with shredded cheeses.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg