Ground Beef and Spinach Casserole
This Ground Beef and Spinach Casserole is a cheesy, comforting one-dish meal packed with ground beef, spinach, and a creamy sauce, all baked under a crispy golden topping. Easy to prepare and perfect for cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground Beef
- 10 oz Fresh Spinach
- 1 Onion chopped
- 4 to 5 Garlic Cloves chopped
- 8 oz Cream Cheese
- 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- 2 cup Cheddar Cheese shredded
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese
- ½ tablespoon Italian Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
- 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
- ½ cup Breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray or a little oil to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- In a large skillet, heat 1–2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes, until soft and translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add ground beef to the skillet.
- Break it up with a spoon and cook until it’s fully browned.
- Drain off any excess grease to keep the casserole light and prevent sogginess.
- Add fresh spinach to the skillet. Stir and cook until the spinach is wilted down, about 2–3 minutes. The volume will reduce significantly, so don’t worry if it looks like a lot at first.
- Lower the heat to low. Add cream cheese to the skillet and stir until fully melted and smooth.
- Pour in heavy cream and mix until the sauce is creamy and well combined.
- Add Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to taste. Stir well and adjust seasoning as needed. This step ensures rich, balanced flavor.
- Pour the creamy beef and spinach mixture into the prepared baking dish. Spread it out evenly.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top.
- Then sprinkle a layer of Parmesan cheese over the cheddar.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden.
- If you want a crispy top, add breadcrumbs over the cheese during the last 5 minutes of baking. Bake until the breadcrumbs are golden and crisp.
- Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
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Recipe Tips
To keep the casserole from becoming watery, sauté the spinach first and squeeze out any excess moisture before adding it to the beef mixture. This ensures the filling stays thick, rich, and creamy.
