Best 5 8 Layer Beef Casserole Recipes

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Are you craving a hearty and comforting meal that's perfect for a family dinner or a special occasion? Look no further than this tantalizing 8-layer beef casserole, a culinary masterpiece that combines layers of tender beef, succulent vegetables, and a rich homemade sauce. This delectable dish is a symphony of flavors and textures that will satisfy even the most discerning palate.

This 8-layer beef casserole is a true culinary delight, featuring layers of juicy ground beef, tender potatoes, crisp green beans, sweet corn, creamy mushroom soup, tangy tomato soup, gooey cheese, and a crispy golden brown onion topping. Each layer adds a unique flavor and texture to create a harmonious symphony of tastes.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

EIGHT-LAYER CASSEROLE



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This ground beef recipe results in a luscious and creamy noodle casserole. Check out the make-ahead option, too! Prep it in advance so you can pop it into the oven for an easy dinner recipe after a busy day.

Provided by BHG Test Kitchen

Time 1h35m

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cup dried medium noodles (6 ounces)
1 pound ground beef
2 8 ounce can tomato sauce
1 teaspoon dried basil, crushed
0.5 teaspoon sugar
0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
0.25 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
1 8 ounce carton dairy sour cream
1 8 ounce package cream cheese, softened
0.5 cup milk
0.333 cup chopped onion (1 small)
1 10 ounce package frozen chopped spinach, cooked and well drained
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (4 ounces)

Steps:

  • Grease a 2-quart casserole or a 2-quart square baking dish; set aside. Cook noodles according to package directions; drain and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet cook beef until brown. Drain off fat. Stir tomato sauce, basil, sugar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper into skillet. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes.
  • In a medium mixing bowl beat together the sour cream and cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Stir in milk and onion. In prepared casserole or baking dish, layer half of the noodles (about 2 cups), half of the meat mixture (about 1 1/2 cups), half of the cream cheese mixture (about 1 cup), and all of the spinach. Top with the remaining meat mixture and noodles. Cover and chill remaining cream cheese mixture until needed.
  • Cover casserole or baking dish with lightly greased foil. Bake in 350 degree F oven about 45 minutes or until heated through. Uncover; spread with remaining cream cheese mixture. Sprinkle with the cheddar cheese. Bake, uncovered, about 10 minutes more or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
  • Makes 8 servings

Nutrition Facts : Calories 472 kcal, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 127 mg, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Sodium 683 mg, Fat 30 g, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

GRANDMA'S GROUND BEEF CASSEROLE



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As the title suggests, this was my Grandmother's recipe. I've tweaked the amount of cheese and sour cream depending on what I've got in the fridge and it always turns out great! My mother has suggested this was made up as a way to use up ingredients in the fridge.

Provided by LaDonna Langwell

Categories     100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes     Noodle Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound ground beef
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic salt
2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce
1 (8 ounce) package egg noodles
1 cup sour cream
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese
1 large white onion, diced
½ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Mix sugar, salt, garlic salt and tomato sauce into ground beef; simmer until flavors blend, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat, cover skillet, and cool to room temperature.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook egg noodles in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 5 minutes. Drain and cool slightly.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
  • Mix sour cream, cream cheese, and onion in a bowl.
  • Scoop half the noodles into the prepared casserole dish; top with half the sour cream mixture. Spoon half the ground beef mixture atop sour cream layer. Repeat layering with remaining ingredients. Top casserole with Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until Cheddar cheese has browned, 25 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 519.2 calories, Carbohydrate 39.4 g, Cholesterol 120.1 mg, Fat 29.8 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 24.5 g, SaturatedFat 15.2 g, Sodium 1596.6 mg, Sugar 8.2 g

EIGHT LAYER CASSAROLE



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I am always researching recipes on other websites and browsing through my cooking magazines. I came across this recipe from Better Homes and Gardens and decided to try it. It came out absolutely delicious so I decided to post it on here.

Provided by Linda Pulley

Categories     Casseroles

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 c dried egg noodles
2 lb ground beef
16 oz tomato sauce
1 tsp dried basil
1/2 tsp sugar
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
8 oz sour cream
8 oz package of cream cheese
1/2 c milk
1 small onion chopped
10 oz package of frozen spinach cooked and drained
2 c cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Grease a 2 quart casserole or 2 quart square baking dish; set aside. Cook the noodles by package directions; drain and set aside.
  • 2. In a large skillet, cook beef until brown. Drain off fat. Stir in tomato sauce, basil, sugar, garlic powder, salt and pepper into the beef mixture. Bring to a boil; reduce your heat and simmer uncovered for 5 minutes.
  • 3. In a medium mixing bowl beat together sour cream and cream cheese until smooth. Stir in your milk and onion. In your prepared casserole dish, layer half of the noodles then half of the meat and then half of the cream cheese mixture then all of the spinach. Top with remaining meat mixture then noodles. Cover and chill remaining cream cheese mixture until needed.
  • 4. Cover casserole dish with lightly greased foil. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes. Uncover; spread remaining cream cheese mixture
  • 5. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

LAYERED BEEF CASSEROLE



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On my busy days, I treasure meal-in-one recipes like this one. Toss together a salad, and dinner is ready in no time. -Dorothy Wiedeman, Eaton, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 cup chopped onion
2 cups sliced fresh carrots
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup shredded Velveeta

Steps:

  • In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, layer the potatoes, corn, green pepper, onion and carrots. Crumble beef over vegetables. Pour tomato sauce over top. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. , Cover and bake at 350° for 2 hours or until meat is no longer pink and a thermometer reads 160°. Sprinkle with cheese. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving., Freeze option: Before baking, cover and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight and bake as directed, increasing time as needed to reach 160°. Sprinkle with cheese before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 526mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

8 LAYER CASSEROLE



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Make and share this 8 Layer Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 5h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 lb lean ground beef
2 tablespoons imitation bacon bits
1 small onion, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1/2 cup water
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2/3 cup long-grain rice
1 (8 3/4 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper

Steps:

  • Crumble ground beef evenly over bottom of a slow cooker.
  • Sprinkle with bacon bits, then onion.
  • In a medium bowl, combine tomato sauce, water, chili powder, salt, and black pepper; pour half over beef and onion layers.
  • Sprinkle rice evenly over top, then corn.
  • Top with remaining tomato sauce mixture, then bell pepper.
  • Cover and cook on LOW about 5 hours or until rice is tender.

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and avoid any scrambling.
  • Brown the beef: Browning the beef before adding it to the casserole gives it a richer flavor and helps to prevent it from becoming tough.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will give your casserole a more complex flavor and texture.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables: You want them to be tender, but not mushy.
  • Use a good quality cheese: This will make a big difference in the flavor of your casserole.
  • Let the casserole rest before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld together and the casserole to set.

Conclusion:

This 8-layer beef casserole is a hearty and delicious meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. It is simple to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. With its layers of beef, vegetables, cheese, and sauce, this casserole is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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