Ground Beef Casserole

Name: Ground Beef Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h 45 min
Total time: 1 h 60 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 1 ½ pounds ground beef; salt and ground black pepper to taste; ½ cup chopped yellow onion; ¼ cup chopped green bell pepper; ¼ cup chopped carrot; 2 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce; 1 (8 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 (8 ounce) package bow-tie pasta (farfalle); 1 (10.75 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup; ¼ pound shredded Cheddar cheese

Rating: 4.32 stars

132 Ratings
108 Reviews
45 Photos

Classic comfort food that I have been making for years but can't remember where the recipe originally came from. Wanted to post it so I wouldn't lose it!

By Christine Foley Wanner

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Recipe Summary

prep:

15 mins

cook:

1 hr 45 mins

total:

2 hrs

Servings:

Yield:

6 servings

Nutrition Info

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef, salt, and black pepper in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Add onion, green bell pepper, carrot, and garlic to ground beef; cook and stir until onion is lightly browned, about 15 minutes.

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Step 2

Mix tomatoes, tomato sauce, mushrooms, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce into ground beef-vegetable mixture; season with salt and black pepper. Cook on low until liquid is reduced and flavors have blended, about 45 minutes.
Step 3

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Step 4

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the bow-tie pasta at a boil, stirring occasionally, until cooked through yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes; drain and transfer pasta to a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
Step 5

Spoon cream of mushroom soup over bow-tie pasta; top with ground beef-tomato mixture. Sprinkle Cheddar cheese on top.
Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven until casserole is bubbling and Cheddar cheese is melted, about 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

546 calories; protein 31.3g 63% DV; carbohydrates 43.3g 14% DV; fat 28.1g 43% DV; cholesterol 89.4mg 30% DV; sodium 1028.1mg 41% DV. Full Nutrition

Reviews (108)

Most helpful positive review

smileychipper

07/17/2013

i made this for dinner it was very tasty, i made a few modifications, no sliced mushrooms or carrots ( didn't have any one hand) I also added a can of dark red kidney beans, also i did NOT add the sugar, i don't do added sugar, but since I'm into spicy food i added crushed red pepper flakes, cayenne, paprika, and chili powder.... some of the reviews said it was bland (i fixed that issue :) My super picky 2 year old finished his plate and was on my lap eating mine :) Read More

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Most helpful critical review

Rayburn33

05/21/2013

1 family member loved it, 1 said OK, 1 ate it but would not request it again. Not enough flavor, considering using Rotel tomatoes instead of plain diced next time and adding cheese midway through the baking as the cheddar when cooked that long gets tough. Read More

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132 Ratings

5 star values: 69
4 star values: 44
3 star values: 12
2 star values: 6
1 star values: 1

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smileychipper

07/16/2013

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Pomponia

04/01/2013

Delicious. A good sized casserole with a lot of flavor. I only cooked the beef mixture about 20 minutes(instead of 45)and baked the entire dish for 30 min. I used whole wheat pasta, added a little liquid to the soup, used fresh mushrooms and was generous with the cheese on top. This recipe is a keeper. Read More

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nach

05/04/2013

I was pleasantly surprised on how good this casserole was! It had great flavors. I added half of the shredded cheese on top of the mushroom soup. I also baked half the time then added the other cheese on top.I will defiantly make this again! Read More

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runner736

07/07/2013

Great flavor. I didn't alter anything and it came out beautifully with rich flavors ans satisfying textures. I will make it again. Read More

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Greylone

04/19/2015

Well Im glad I made alot!! My picky teenager went back for 2nd's and even my Mother liked it! I didnt have any tomato sauce or tomato so I used a can of tomato soup Its been a scrounging the pantry week which is how I found this recipe. Holy Cow it was good! Will be making this again! Thanks Christine Foley Wanner!! Read More

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Lisa

02/12/2015

I asked my husband and first he said "mmhm" between bites..I asked for an actual review so he said "a courageous blend of tuna casserole and taco salad. It explodes with flavor upon entering the chasms of your tastebuds. This recipe delivers!" Hahaha as a newlyish wed and a beginner in the kitchen I think I'll keep this one!! Read More

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Sheryl

04/09/2014

This recipe was simple and tasty. I used every ingredient except the carrots. I wish I made more than 6 servings at the time because everyone was going back for more. I will etch this in my batch of recipes to make on those hectic days. Read More

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Rayburn33

05/21/2013

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Grananny

02/13/2015

My husband is one who doesn't say much about my cooking. He really complimented this dish. It's great. Read More

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Nutritional Information

Ground Beef Casserole

Servings Per Recipe: 6
Calories: 546.1

% Daily Value *

protein: 63 %

carbohydrates: 14 %

exchange other carbs:

dietary fiber: 16 %

sugars:

fat: 43 %

saturated fat: 59 %

cholesterol: 30 %

vitamin a iu: 27 %

niacin equivalents: 104 %

vitamin b6: 27 %

vitamin c: 28 %

folate: 26 %

calcium: 21 %

iron: 30 %

magnesium: 23 %

potassium: 21 %

sodium: 41 %

thiamin: 15 %

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*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.