Description
Homemade cheesy beef and veggie bake delivers comfort through layers of hearty ingredients and melted cheese. Families will savor this simple, satisfying meal that brings warmth and deliciousness to dinner tables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) ground beef
- 1 bag frozen mixed vegetables
- 2 cups egg noodles, cooked
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml) garlic powder
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C), setting the stage for a delectable casserole experience.
- Meat Dynamics: Brown ground beef in a skillet, fragmenting it into fine crumbles while infusing with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to elevate the meat’s inherent flavors.
- Mixing Masterpiece: Amalgamate the seasoned beef, frozen mixed vegetables, cooked egg noodles, and cream of mushroom soup in a large bowl, ensuring every ingredient intertwines seamlessly into a cohesive mixture.
- Baking Setup: Coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with grease, then spread the combined mixture uniformly, creating an even landscape for optimal heat distribution.
- Cheese Finale: Lavishly sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese across the surface, crafting a molten, golden crown that promises a crispy, bubbling transformation.
- Oven Technique: Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25-30 minutes, then unveil for a final 10-minute session, allowing the cheese to develop a tantalizing golden crust.
- Serving Refinement: Let the casserole rest for 5-7 minutes post-baking, enabling the layers to stabilize and facilitating elegant, well-defined servings.
Notes
- Cheese Selection Matters: Choose a sharp cheddar for extra flavor depth and better melting qualities that enhance the overall taste of the casserole.
- Vegetable Versatility: Feel free to swap frozen mixed vegetables with fresh seasonal veggies or use whatever you have in your refrigerator for a personalized touch.
- Fat Reduction Tip: Drain ground beef thoroughly to prevent a greasy texture and ensure a lighter, more appetizing final dish.
- Foil Coverage Technique: Use aluminum foil for the first part of baking to prevent cheese from burning and ensure even, consistent heating throughout the casserole.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg