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Ground Beef Dinner Recipes

Creamy Ground Beef Dinner Casserole

A cozy baked pasta dish layered with seasoned ground beef, creamy sauce, and melted cheese. Perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or comforting family meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Base
  • 12 oz pasta
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp salt
  • Filling
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • Topping
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta in salted boiling water until just tender, then drain.
  2. Brown the ground beef in a skillet with onion and garlic until fragrant.
  3. Stir in tomato sauce and seasonings, then simmer for a few minutes.
  4. Spread pasta in a baking dish and top with the beef mixture.
  5. Spread sour cream evenly over the beef layer.
  6. Sprinkle cheddar, mozzarella, and parmesan on top.
  7. Bake until cheese is melted and bubbly with a golden top.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting.
  • Add vegetables like mushrooms or spinach for variation.
  • Freeze baked casserole for up to 2 months.