Saucy Beef Casserole
Transform your dinner table with this hearty and flavorful Saucy Beef Casserole, a comforting classic that’s sure to become a family favorite. Made with tender ground beef, vibrant vegetables like carrots and celery, and a rich tomato-based sauce infused with Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and oregano, this dish is the epitome of cozy, home-cooked goodness. The casserole is thickened with a hint of flour for a velvety texture and can be served over buttery mashed potatoes or al dente pasta for a satisfying meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping, this easy one-pot recipe is ready in just over an hour and provides generous servings packed with hearty flavors. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and enjoy the ultimate comfort food! Keywords: saucy beef casserole, ground beef recipes, easy dinner ideas, comfort food, one-pot meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g Ground beef
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 medium, finely chopped Onion
- 3 minced Garlic cloves
- 2 medium, diced Carrot
- 2 diced Celery stalks
- 400 g Canned crushed tomatoes
- 250 ml Beef broth
- 2 tbsp Tomato paste
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Dried thyme
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp All-purpose flour
- Cooked pasta or mashed potatoes (optional, for serving)
- 2 tbsp, chopped (for garnish) Fresh parsley
Instructions
Heat a large skillet or casserole dish over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Remove the beef and set aside.
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the same skillet. Stir in the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic, diced carrot, and diced celery to the skillet. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften.
Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the vegetable mixture and stir well to coat evenly. This will help thicken the sauce.
Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet and mix it with the vegetables.
Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and beef broth. Stir in the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet. Let the casserole simmer gently for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld together and the sauce thickens.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. If the mixture becomes too thick, add a splash of beef broth or water to loosen it.
Serve the saucy beef casserole hot over cooked pasta or mashed potatoes, if desired. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1999 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 121.2 g | 155% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.9 g | 204% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 332 mg | 111% | |
| Sodium | 4826 mg | 210% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 132.2 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.7 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.0 g | ||
| Protein | 110.4 g | 221% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 509 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 19.0 mg | 106% | |
| Potassium | 5104 mg | 109% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
