Description
Tuscan Beef Casserole is an irresistible comfort dish that brings the warmth of Italian cuisine right to your table. Bursting with tender ground beef, rich crushed tomatoes, and aromatic herbs, this casserole is topped with gooey mozzarella and crispy breadcrumbs for a delightful finish. Ideal for family dinners or festive gatherings, it promises to create lasting memories around the dinner table. With each flavorful bite, you’ll experience a symphony of tastes that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 28 oz crushed tomatoes
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Brown the ground beef in the skillet with the onions and garlic; drain excess fat.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and Italian seasoning; let simmer for 10 minutes.
- Layer half of the beef mixture in the prepared baking dish, sprinkle half of the mozzarella on top, then repeat with remaining beef and cheese. Finish with breadcrumbs.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 280g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 80mg