Best 9 Cheesy Beef And Tomato Casserole Recipes

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**Cheesy Beef and Tomato Casserole: A Comforting and Flavorful Dish**

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with our delectable Cheesy Beef and Tomato Casserole. This hearty and flavorful dish is a perfect blend of savory ground beef, tangy tomatoes, and creamy cheese, all enveloped in a warm and comforting casserole. The tender beef, juicy tomatoes, and gooey cheese create a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Served over fluffy rice or mashed potatoes, this casserole is sure to become a family favorite. Additionally, we've included three variations of the classic recipe to cater to different dietary preferences and culinary desires. From a zesty Mexican-inspired casserole to a low-carb version, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey with our Cheesy Beef and Tomato Casserole, a dish that promises to warm your heart and satisfy your soul.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CHEESY BEEF & MACARONI CASSEROLE



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This Cheesy Beef & Macaroni Casserole is an easy to put together and it boasts big flavor! We've made this recipe countless times and everyone in my family raves about it!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound dry macaroni noodles (or similar)
1 pound lean ground beef
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 cup diced onion
1 cup diced green pepper
1 can crushed tomatoes (28 oz)
½ cup tomato sauce
3-4 tablespoons tomato paste
½ teaspoon dry basil
salt & pepper to taste
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
¼ cup freshly shredded parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (divided)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Cook noodles for ¾ of time according to package. (My noodles said 9 minutes so I cooked them for 6). Drain and rinse under cold water.
  • Meanwhile, brown beef, garlic & onion in a frying pan. Drain.
  • Combine green peppers, beef, noodles, tomatoes, tomato sauce & paste, basil, salt & pepper, 1 cup of cheddar cheese, 2 tablespoons fresh parsley. Pour into a 9×13 casserole dish.
  • Combine remaining cheeses & 1 tablespoon of parsley. Sprinkle on top of casserole. Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes or until bubbly and cheese is browned!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 537 kcal, Carbohydrate 48 g, Protein 30 g, Fat 24 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Sodium 484 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHEESY BEEF AND TOMATO BAKE



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Enjoy this cheesy beef casserole packed with tomato and rice - a delicious dinner.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb. lean ground beef
1 (1-oz.) pkg. onion soup mix
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 1/2 cups uncooked instant rice
1 1/2 cups water
1 medium tomato, sliced
4 oz. (1 cup) shredded colby-Monterey Jack cheese blend

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish or 2-quart casserole with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Cook ground beef in large skillet over medium-high heat until thoroughly cooked, stirring frequently. Drain. Stir in soup mix, chopped tomatoes, rice and water. Bring to a boil. Pour into sprayed baking dish. Cover tightly with foil.
  • Bake at 400°F. for 20 to 25 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Uncover; top with tomato slices; sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, an additional 10 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 870 mg, Sugar 5 g

BEEFARONI



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This was one of my favorite dishes growing up and now it is my children's. Ground beef, cheese and tomato sauce are baked into a simply delicious casserole.

Provided by IRISHEYES0814

Categories     100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes     Pasta by Shape Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound ground beef
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce
2 tablespoons butter
1 (16 ounce) package uncooked elbow macaroni
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Crumble the ground beef into a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring frequently, until evenly browned. Drain.
  • While the ground beef is cooking, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add macaroni, and cook until tender, about 8 minutes. Drain, and stir in butter. Transfer to a large casserole dish, and mix in the ground beef, tomato sauce, and Cheddar cheese. Sprinkle a little salt and pepper over the top.
  • Bake uncovered for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until heated through and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 472.9 calories, Carbohydrate 47.8 g, Cholesterol 71.8 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 25.3 g, SaturatedFat 10.6 g, Sodium 782.2 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

CHEESY BEEF CASSEROLE



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This hearty casserole tastes like lasagna and makes a satisfying meal when served with a green salad and garlic bread. -Ardyce Piehl, Poynette, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups uncooked medium egg noodles
1 pound ground beef
3/4 cup chopped onion
2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup 4% cottage cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup sliced green onions
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
Additional Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain. Add the tomato sauce, garlic powder, salt and pepper. , In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, onions and green pepper. Drain noodles; place half in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with half each of the meat and cheese mixtures. Repeat layers. Sprinkle with additional Parmesan cheese if desired. , Cover and bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 468 calories, Fat 27g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 129mg cholesterol, Sodium 783mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

CHEESY FIESTA BEEF CASSEROLE



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Over the years I've tweaked this recipe to end up with a wonderful, quick weeknight meal. Feel free to spice it up with jalapenos, if you prefer a little more heat. -Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup picante sauce
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 can (10-1/2 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
1 package (9-3/4 ounces) nacho-flavored tortilla chips or plain tortilla chips, crushed
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Optional: Cubed avocado and sour cream

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until beef is no longer pink, 6-8 minutes, breaking up beef into crumbles; drain. Stir in beans, picante sauce and chili powder., In a bowl, combine soup, tomatoes and green chiles. In a lightly greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish, layer half the chips, beef mixture, soup mixture and cheeses. Repeat layers., Microwave on medium-high, uncovered, until heated through and cheese is melted, about 12 minutes. If desired, top with avocado and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 477 calories, Fat 26g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 1119mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

CHEESY BEEFY CASSEROLE



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A layered ground beef casserole with cream cheese, cottage cheese and topped with cheddar cheese. I believe this recipe came from Knudsen's "Cooking for Compliments".

Provided by SharleneW

Categories     Cheese

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

12 ounces egg noodles
1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
3/4 teaspoon salt
fresh ground black pepper
1/2 cup sour cream
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup low fat cottage cheese
6 green onions, including some of the green part, sliced
1/2 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
2 cups grated cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Cook egg noodles per package directions.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown beef until meat is no longer pink, about 5 minutes.
  • Add oil if needed.
  • Add tomato sauce, tomatoes, salt and pepper and simmer 5 minutes.
  • With an electric mixer, beat together sour cream, cream cheese, and cottage cheese in a medium bowl.
  • Fold in onions and bell pepper and mix well.
  • In 9 x 13-inch baking dish lightly coated with cooking spray, add half of the noodles, half the cheese mixture and half the meat mixture in layers.
  • Repeat layers, ending with meat.
  • Top with cheddar cheese.
  • Cover and bake 30 minutes.
  • Uncover and bake until bubbly, about 15 minutes longer.
  • Let stand 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

CHEESY TOMATO CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Cheesy Tomato Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by KathyP53

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (35 ounce) can whole tomatoes, drained and chopped
1/2 cup Ritz cracker (about 15 crackers)
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 large egg, well beaten
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Stir together all ingredients. Spoon mixture into a lightly greased 8" square baking dish.
  • Bake at 325 degrees for 30 minutes or until golden.

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

CHEESY BEEF NOODLE CASSEROLE



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This is definitely kid approved. My daughter is the pickiest eater; she and even her friends will ask for it again and again.

Provided by Kc Stevens

Categories     100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes     Noodle Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 (.87 ounce) package brown gravy mix
½ cup water
½ cup milk
1 pound ground beef
1 small onion, diced
1 (4.5 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ cups tomato sauce
1 cup diced tomatoes
1 ½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ (16 ounce) package egg noodles
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Stir gravy mix, water, and milk together in a bowl until dissolved and smooth.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and crumble in ground beef; add onion, mushrooms, and garlic. Cook and stir until the beef is evenly browned, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain and discard any excess grease.
  • Stir gravy mixture, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, oregano, and basil into ground beef mixture. Season with salt and pepper. Bring beef-tomato mixture to a boil, reduce heat, cover skillet with a lid, and simmer until heated through, 10 minutes.
  • Stir Cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and egg noodles into beef-tomato mixture; pour entire mixture into a 9x13-inch casserole dish. Top casserole with Parmesan cheese. Cover dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and noodles are cooked, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 503.8 calories, Carbohydrate 38.9 g, Cholesterol 116.1 mg, Fat 24.4 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 31.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.1 g, Sodium 1036.1 mg, Sugar 7.1 g

Tips:

  • To save time, use a pre-made pasta sauce or salsa instead of making your own.
  • If you don't have a casserole dish, you can use a large skillet or baking dish.
  • To make the casserole cheesier, add an extra cup of cheese to the top before baking.
  • If you want a more flavorful casserole, brown the ground beef and vegetables before adding them to the casserole dish.
  • To make the casserole more kid-friendly, use mild salsa and omit the jalapeños.

Conclusion:

This Cheesy Beef and Tomato Casserole is a quick and easy meal that's perfect for busy weeknights. It's also a great way to use up leftover ground beef or pasta sauce. The casserole is hearty and filling, and the cheese makes it extra gooey and delicious. So next time you're looking for a simple but satisfying meal, give this Cheesy Beef and Tomato Casserole a try.

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