Certainly! Here’s a simple recipe for a ground beef casserole that is both delicious and easy to make:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional: Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook Ground Beef:
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Add Vegetables:
- Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced bell pepper to the skillet with the ground beef. Cook until the vegetables are softened.
- Combine Ingredients:
- Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juice), tomato sauce, frozen corn, cooked rice, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
- Simmer:
- Let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Transfer to Casserole Dish:
- Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish.
- Top with Cheese:
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve:
- If desired, garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
- Serve Warm:
- Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm and enjoy!
Feel free to customize this recipe based on your preferences. You can add other vegetables, adjust the seasonings, or use a different type of cheese. Casseroles are versatile, and you can make them your own!
