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Tuscan Beef Casserole Delight

Tuscan Beef Casserole Delight

A creamy Tuscan Beef Casserole Delight that combines tender beef, vibrant veggies, and rich flavors—a must-try for comfort food lovers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole Base
  • 1.5 lbs lean ground beef can substitute with ground turkey
  • 1 large onion finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 medium carrots diced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper diced
  • 2 cups tomato sauce
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes drained
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
For Cooking
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for sautéing vegetables
For the Topping
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella or Parmesan cheese freshly shredded melts better
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs optional, for a crunchy topping

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  2. Stir in minced garlic, diced carrots, and diced bell peppers. Cook until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Push the veggies to the side and add ground beef into the center. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned. Drain fat if necessary.
  4. Stir in tomato sauce, drained diced tomatoes, and beef broth. Add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Pour mixture into a baking dish, top with cheese and breadcrumbs.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize with ground turkey or additional favorite veggies as desired.

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