Western Beef Casserole Au Gratin Recipe

Warm up on a cold night with this hearty and soul-warming Western Beef Casserole Au Gratin! This classic comfort food features a rich beef and corn base, topped with a creamy potato and cheese gratin. Perfect for a family dinner or a cozy night in, this recipe is easy to follow and sure to become a new favorite. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 481.3 kcal
Protein 59g
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Ingredients for Western Beef Casserole Au Gratin

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How to Make Western Beef Casserole Au Gratin

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Lightly grease a 2 1/2 to 3-quart casserole dish.
  3. In a large skillet, brown 1 lb ground beef and 1 medium onion (chopped) over medium-high heat, breaking up the beef with a spoon.
  4. Drain off any excess grease.
  5. Stir in 1 (24 ounce) jar tomato sauce, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Mix well.
  6. Spoon the beef mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
  7. Evenly spread 1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn (drained) over the meat mixture.
  8. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup water, 2 tablespoons butter, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  9. Bring to a rolling boil over medium heat.
  10. Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup milk and 1/2 cup instant potato flakes until smooth and creamy. Add 4 ounces canned green chilies (diced) and stir to combine.
  11. Spread the potato mixture evenly over the corn layer.
  12. Sprinkle 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
  13. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly around the edges.
  14. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
  15. Garnish with chopped fresh tomatoes (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

45 g

Sugar

22g

Fat

77g

Carbs

10g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Western Beef Casserole Au Gratin?

Western Beef Casserole Au Gratin takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Western Beef Casserole Au Gratin?

Western Beef Casserole Au Gratin has approximately 481.3 calories per serving, with about 59 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 42 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Western Beef Casserole Au Gratin?

The key ingredients for Western Beef Casserole Au Gratin are Lean Ground Beef, Onion, Tomato Sauce, Garlic Powder, Salt, Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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