Anytime Beef Casserole Recipe

This easy, 50-minute casserole tastes just like cannelloni, but skips the pasta for a lighter, faster weeknight meal! Enjoy a comforting, cheesy beef and spinach bake that's perfect for busy families. No pasta? No problem! This recipe delivers all the flavor without the fuss.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 404.6 kcal
Protein 71g
Rating 4.6 (8 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Anytime Beef Casserole

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How to Make Anytime Beef Casserole

  1. Brown 1 lb ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon.
  2. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Stir in 1 (24 ounce) jar tomato sauce, 1/2 cup chopped onion, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Simmer uncovered for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
  5. In a medium bowl, combine 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach (thawed and squeezed dry), 1 (15 ounce) container cottage cheese, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  6. Spoon the spinach mixture evenly around the edges of a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  7. Pour the beef mixture into the center of the baking dish.
  8. Sprinkle 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese over the meat.
  9. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

55 g

Sugar

19g

Fat

58g

Carbs

4g