Indulge in a wholesome culinary experience with our Hearty Ground Beef Spinach Casserole. This comforting dish combines the rich flavors of ground beef, nutritious spinach, and a blend of savory ingredients. It’s a go-to recipe for a satisfying and family-friendly dinner.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 (10 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 dashes hot pepper sauce, or to taste
- Salt and ground black pepper to taste
- 2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
- 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of celery soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 (8 ounce) package shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook and stir ground beef, onion, and garlic until beef is browned and crumbly (5-7 minutes). Discard grease after draining.
- Add mushrooms, oregano, hot sauce, salt, and pepper to the skillet; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Incorporate spinach, condensed soup, and sour cream; cook until heated through (about 5 minutes).
- Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish and cover with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted (15-20 minutes).
- Serve warm and enjoy the hearty goodness!
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 380
- Protein: 25g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
Nutrition information is provided as approximations and may vary based on the particular ingredients employed and portion sizes.
Cooking Tips:
- Experiment with different cheese varieties for a unique twist.
- Customize the spice level by adjusting hot pepper sauce according to your preference.
- Make it a day ahead for even more flavorful leftovers.