So, you're craving a hearty and comforting meal that's bursting with flavor? Look no further than ground beef and spinach casserole! This classic dish combines the savory richness of ground beef with the vibrant freshness of spinach, creating a symphony of textures and tastes that will tantalize your palate. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the process of crafting the perfect ground beef and spinach casserole, ensuring a culinary masterpiece that will leave your family and friends begging for seconds.
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RITA'S SPINACH CASSEROLE
This is a quick and delicious way to get kids to eat spinach! Ground beef and tomato sauce are layered in a casserole with spinach and mozzarella cheese.
Provided by KSBEESON
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bring a pan of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the pasta, and cook until tender, about 8 minutes.
- Crumble ground beef into a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring constantly until evenly browned. Drain excess grease, and stir in the tomato sauce, sour cream and thyme.
- Place the cooked pasta into the bottom of a 2 quart casserole dish. Pour the ground beef mixture over the pasta. Cover with a layer of spinach. Top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until heated through and lightly browned on the top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 373.3 calories, Carbohydrate 23.9 g, Cholesterol 74.9 mg, Fat 20.8 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 10.5 g, Sodium 583.6 mg, Sugar 4.1 g
BEEF AND SPINACH SKILLET
Over the years, I've tried to instill a love of cooking in our seven children. And we've enjoyed a variety of delicious recipes, including this one. - Nancy Robaidek, Krakow, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a 10-in. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the spinach, mushrooms, garlic salt and basil. Cover and cook for 5 minutes. , In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and salt until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir in cheese. Pour over meat mixture; mix well. Reduce heat; cook, covered, until heated through. If desired, serve with biscuits.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 351 calories, Fat 23g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 872mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.
BEEF SPINACH HOT DISH
My family, which includes my parents and six brothers and sisters, all love this recipe. Sometimes I use ground turkey in place of the ground beef.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Stir in the mushrooms, salt, oregano and pepper. Add the spinach, soup and sour cream. Stir in half of the cheese., Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese; bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Fat 16g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 835mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 20g protein.
CHEESY SPINACH AND BEEF CASSEROLE
Finally, a way to get even your pickiest eaters to eat their spinach! This is a filling and quick casserole that can easily be made low fat if you use ground turkey and low-fat cheese. Serve with a green salad and some french bread and dinner is served!
Provided by diamonds4heather
Categories Cheese
Time 1h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large wok or frying pan heat oil and cook onion and garlic in a small amount of oil until transparent.
- Add spinach and cook until wilted. Set aside.
- Brown ground beef and season with garlic salt, salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
- Combine cooked pasta, spinach, ground beef, cheese (amount to your preference, my family likes it cheesy!) and soup.
- Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Place in a large baking dish, cover in a layer of shredded cheese.
- Cover with tin foil and place in a 350°F oven for 30 minutes.
- Uncover and place back in oven for another 10 minutes.
SPINACH AND GROUND BEEF CASSEROLE
This creamy, cheesy Spinach and Ground Beef Casserole is an old-fashioned, easy dinner that's ready for the oven in about 30 minutes!
Provided by Blair Lonergan
Categories Dinner
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 2-quart baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until no longer pink; drain.
- Stir in the spinach, cream cheese, condensed soup, sour cream, milk, salt and 1 cup of the mozzarella cheese. Stir over low heat, just until combined.
- Transfer to the prepared baking dish. Cover with foil. Bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil; sprinkle with the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese and the French-fried onions. Bake for 10 more minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the casserole is hot and bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /6 of the casserole, Calories 434.7 kcal, Carbohydrate 17.5 g, Protein 31.7 g, Fat 24.2 g, SaturatedFat 12.6 g, Cholesterol 54.8 mg, Sodium 883.8 mg, Fiber 2.1 g, Sugar 6.5 g, UnsaturatedFat 5.1 g
GROUND BEEF-SPINACH CASSEROLE
This is a great ground beef casserole. Even my husband who doesn't care for spinach likes this one! And it got rave reviews when I took it to a church potluck.
Provided by JNAMCD
Categories Main Dish Recipes Casserole Recipes Vegetable
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef, onion, and garlic in the hot skillet until beef is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease. Add mushrooms, oregano, hot sauce, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes. Add spinach, soup, and sour cream; cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
- Transfer to a casserole dish and cover with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted, 15 to 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 395.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.4 g, Cholesterol 93.3 mg, Fat 25.9 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 28.2 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Sodium 959.6 mg, Sugar 3.5 g
GROUND BEEF AND SPINACH CASSEROLE
Make and share this Ground Beef and Spinach Casserole recipe from Food.com.
Provided by CJAY8248
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 50m
Yield 1 casserole, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook beef, onion, celery, and garlic in heavy skillet until meat is brown and vegetables are tender. In large bowl, combine meat mixture with remaining ingredients. Turn into a 2 quart casserole dish. Cover and bake in 350* oven 30 minutes or until hot.
Tips:
- To save time, use frozen spinach that has been thawed and drained.
- If you don't have cream of mushroom soup, you can use cream of celery soup or cream of chicken soup instead.
- If you want a vegetarian version of this casserole, you can omit the ground beef and add an extra cup of cooked vegetables, such as carrots, peas, or corn.
- Serve the casserole with a side salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Conclusion:
Ground beef and spinach casserole is a classic comfort food dish that is easy to make and always a hit with a crowd. With its simple ingredients and delicious flavor, this casserole is sure to become a regular in your dinner rotation. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal that the whole family will love, give this ground beef and spinach casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!
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