Description
Ground Beef Casserole delivers a hearty blend of seasoned smoked beef, tender pasta, and mixed vegetables drenched in a rich tomato and grape juice sauce, then topped with melted cheese for a golden crust. This easy, family‑friendly bake combines classic comfort flavors with simple steps, making it perfect for weeknight meals or weekend gatherings. Ready in under an hour, it serves six and offers a satisfying, cheesy, savory experience every bite. Perfect for lunch leftovers or a quick dinner da
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 1 cup grape juice
- 2 cups cooked pasta
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon butter or oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Heat butter or oil in a skillet, sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
- Add ground beef, season, and brown; drain excess fat.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, grape juice, cooked pasta, mixed vegetables, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; simmer briefly.
- Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish, top with shredded cheese.
- Bake 25‑30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Rest 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra crispness
- broil the casserole for the last 2 minutes. Leftovers reheat well in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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