Description
Classic supreme layered beef casserole brings hearty comfort to midweek dinners. Rich beef layers, aromatic herbs, and melted cheese create a satisfying meal promising warmth and flavor you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Dairy Components:
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese
Seasonings and Base Ingredients:
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 8 ounces pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil pasta in salted water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet, sauté minced garlic and diced onions until translucent.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, break into crumbles, and cook until completely browned and no pink remains.
- Pour tomato sauce into the beef mixture, season with salt, pepper, and desired herbs, then simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk cream cheese and sour cream until smooth and well combined.
- Grease a casserole dish and create first layer with cooked pasta, spreading evenly across the bottom.
- Spread beef mixture over pasta layer, ensuring complete coverage.
- Dollop and gently spread cream cheese mixture over beef layer to create an even coating.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese generously on top of the casserole.
- Bake in preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until cheese melts and edges turn golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow layers to set.
Notes
- Opt for lean ground beef to reduce excess fat and create a lighter dish.
- Experiment with whole wheat pasta for added fiber and a nutritious boost.
- Enhance the flavor by adding herbs like oregano or basil to the beef mixture.
- Consider using Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a protein-packed, lower-fat alternative.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg