Cheesy Baked Ground Beef Casserole
🥩 Ingredients
500 g ground beef
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 cup crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce
1 tsp paprika
½ tsp black pepper
Salt to taste
1 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded
2 tbsp olive oil
Chopped parsley (for garnish)
🔥 Instructions
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Heat olive oil in a pan, sauté onion until soft.
Add garlic and ground beef, cook until browned.
Stir in bell pepper, tomatoes, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Simmer for 5–7 minutes until slightly thick.
Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish.
Sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar evenly on top.
Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
🍽 Serving ideas
Serve with bread, rice, or potatoes
Great with a green salad
Can be layered with boiled pasta or sliced potatoes for a fuller meal