Best 8 Cheesy Italian Beef Bake Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey to Italy with our delectable Cheesy Italian Beef Bake. This hearty and flavorful dish is a symphony of classic Italian flavors, featuring tender beef, tangy marinara sauce, a blend of melty cheeses, and a crispy breadcrumb topping.

Our recipe collection offers two variations of this irresistible bake: one with succulent ground beef and another with thinly sliced steak. Both versions are equally delicious and cater to different preferences. Whether you're a fan of classic lasagna or crave a comforting casserole, these recipes deliver a satisfying meal that's perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or special occasions.

The ground beef variation is a quick and easy option, using ground beef browned to perfection and simmered in a rich marinara sauce. Layers of pasta, cheese, and the flavorful beef filling create a hearty and satisfying casserole.

For those who prefer a more elegant presentation, the sliced steak variation showcases tender slices of steak seared until golden brown and then braised in a flavorful sauce. The steak is then layered with pasta, cheese, and the savory sauce, resulting in a dish that's both visually appealing and bursting with flavor.

Both variations are topped with a golden-brown breadcrumb mixture, adding a delightful crunch and extra cheesy goodness. The combination of textures and flavors in this Cheesy Italian Beef Bake is sure to be a hit with family and friends.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHEESY ITALIAN HAMBURGER CASSEROLE



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This easy casserole will quickly become a family favorite. The combination of spices and pasta makes this a great dish.

Provided by The Southern Lady Cooks

Categories     Main Course

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound ground beef or you could use Italian sausage
2 cups uncooked rotini pasta (cooked)
1 cup chopped green onion or regular onion
1 cup chopped green pepper
1 (14.5 ounccan diced tomatoes (undrained)
1 (8 ounccan tomato sauce
1 (4 ounccan sliced mushrooms (drained)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon dried basil or could use fresh
1 (8 ouncpackage cream cheese (softened)
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions, drain and set aside. Brown ground beef, onions and green pepper in skillet on top of the stove and drain if needed. Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, sliced mushrooms, garlic powder, Italian seasoning and basil to skillet and heat for about 10 minutes.
  • Spread pasta in the bottom of a large casserole dish. Cover with hamburger mixture. Combine softened cream cheese and sour cream by mixing together with a spoon and then spread over top of hamburger in casserole. Sprinkle on cheese. Bake in preheated 350 degree oven for 25 to 30 minutes. Makes 6 to 8 servings.

ITALIAN BEEF BAKE



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Gather family around the dinner table with a casserole that has all the delicious flavors of pizza.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 1/4 cups tomato pasta sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (4 oz)
2 cups Original Bisquick™ mix
3/4 cup milk
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Additional heated tomato pasta sauce, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In 10-inch skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly cooked; drain.
  • Stir 1 1/4 cups pasta sauce into beef. Heat to boiling. Spoon into baking dish; top with mozzarella cheese.
  • Meanwhile, in medium bowl, stir Bisquick mix, milk and Parmesan cheese until soft dough forms.
  • Drop dough by 12 tablespoonfuls onto beef mixture.
  • Bake uncovered 20 to 24 minutes or until topping is golden brown and toothpick inserted in topping comes out clean. Serve topped with additional warm pasta sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1050 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 1 1/2 g

CHEESY ITALIAN RICOTTA & BEEF PIE



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We love that this easy dinner recipe had so much flavor. It reminded us of an upside down pizza. The cheese layer seriously adds so much cheesiness to the recipe. Crescent dough, brushed with garlic butter and fresh Parmesan cheese, is an excellent topping. We were a little concerned when we opened the oven that we overcooked...

Provided by Michaela Boers

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 15

MEAT MIXTURE
2 lb lean ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 jar(s) spaghetti sauce (I like Hunt's Zesty & Spicy), 24 oz.
CHEESE LAYER
1 c ricotta cheese
2 c mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 c Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
1/2 c cheddar cheese, shredded
TOPPING
2 can(s) refrigerated crescent rolls
3 Tbsp butter
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1/2 c Parmesan cheese, freshly grated

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 375.
  • 2. In a large skillet, add ground beef, chopped onion and 1 clove of garlic, finely chopped. Brown ground beef on medium heat. Drain grease. Return browned ground beef to large skillet.
  • 3. Add jar of spaghetti sauce, stir well.
  • 4. Simmer on low for 2-3 minutes.
  • 5. Grease a 13x9 pan, add ground beef and spaghetti sauce mixture to bottom of pan. Spread evenly.
  • 6. In a separate bowl, combine ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella, and grated Parmesan. Mix well.
  • 7. Spread evenly on top of ground beef mixture.
  • 8. Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top.
  • 9. Align evenly 1.5 - 2 cans of crescent rolls (depending on your preference) on top of cheese mixture. Crescent triangles will rise evenly to create a crust on top while baking.
  • 10. In a small saucepan, melt butter and garlic. Saute on medium heat for 3-4 minutes.
  • 11. Brush butter and garlic mixture on top of crescent rolls.
  • 12. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
  • 13. Bake uncovered in oven for 35 minutes at 375 degrees, until crust is golden brown.
  • 14. Let stand for 10 minutes to cool. Serve and enjoy!

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 ITALIAN BEEF BAKE



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This is a new recipe that I decided to try out on my family. They enjoyed it very much! My kitchen smelled just like lasagne! Next time I might try using Italian sausage or pepperoni in it.

Provided by Sheryl Jewell-Rapson

Categories     Beef

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 lb lean ground beef
1 jar(s) chunky garden style pasta sauce
1 8 oz pkg cream cheese, softened
1/3 c sour cream
2 c shredded parmesan cheese (8 oz)
3/4 tsp italian seasoning
2 c original bisquick mix
1 1/2 c milk

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 375 degrees F. Spray 13x9 inch glass baking dish with cooking spray. In 10 inch skillet cook beef over medium- high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently,until thoroughly cooked; drain. Stir in pasta sauce.
  • 2. In small bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, 1/2 cup of the parmesan cheese and 1/4 tsp of the italian seasoning until smooth and creamy. Spoon half of the beef mixture (about 2 cups ) into the baking dish. Drop spoonfuls of cream cheese mixture evenly onto the beef mixture. Spoon remaining beef mixture over the cream cheese mixture.
  • 3. In medium bowl, stir 1 cup of the Parmesan Cheese, the Bisquick mix and milk with wire wisk or fork until well blended. Pour over beef mixture.
  • 4. Bake uncovered 30 to 35 minutes or until light brown. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese and 1/2 teaspoon Italian Seasoning. Bake 5 minutes. Let stand at least 10 minutes before serving.

CHEESY ITALIAN BEEF BAKE



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I love Italian beef sandwiches--especially if they are super gooey--and to me, this is just easiest when fixing them at home! I don't mind at all that I need to use a knife and fork! If you don't like them so wet, do not use all of the gravy that came with your Italian beef. Cooking time includes cooling time.

Provided by Dwynnie

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 french bread rolls
1 -2 lb prepared italian beef (with gravy)
8 ounces sliced provolone cheese
4 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Heat Italian beef and gravy as directed on package.
  • Slice rolls and place them open in a greased 9x13 casserole dish.
  • Portion the beef on top of the rolls and pour gravy over the sandwiches to cover the bread.
  • Cover the tops of the sandwiches with the sliced and shredded cheese.
  • Bake for 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and starting to brown.
  • Let cool in the casserole for about 10 minutes, then serve warm with knife and fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 811, Fat 69.6, SaturatedFat 31.5, Cholesterol 116, Sodium 676.8, Carbohydrate 21.2, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1.1, Protein 23.9

JUMBO CHEESY ITALIAN MEATBALLS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing
3 1/2 cups torn stale Italian bread (about 1/4 loaf)
1 cup whole milk
2 large eggs
2 pounds ground beef chuck
1 small bunch parsley, chopped(about 1 cup)
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 clove garlic, grated
Kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
4 mini mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
3 to 4 sprigs basil, plus chopped leaves for topping
Kosher salt
Ricotta cheese, for topping

Steps:

  • Make the meatballs: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and brush a baking sheet with olive oil. Pulse the bread in a food processor to make coarse crumbs. Transfer to a small bowl, add the milk and set aside to soak. Lightly beat the eggs in a large bowl, then add the beef, parsley, parmesan, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt and the red pepper flakes; mix with your hands to combine. Add the bread-milk mixture and mix until just combined (do not overmix).
  • Dampen your hands and shape the meat mixture into 4 large balls. Make an indentation in the center of each with your thumb and stuff with a mini mozzarella ball, then mold the meat around the cheese. Arrange the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet and bake until browned and firm, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make the sauce: Heat the olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, until the garlic softens, about 1 minute. Add the tomatoes, 1 cup water, the basil sprigs and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer until thickened, about 30 minutes.
  • Remove the meatballs from the oven and add to the sauce, spooning some of the sauce on top. Continue cooking, occasionally spooning the sauce over the meatballs, until tender and cooked through, about 6 minutes. Serve with ricotta and chopped basil.
  • You can form all of these meatballs a day ahead; cover and refrigerate until ready to cook.

CHEESY BEEF 'N' RICE



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"This herb-seasoned casserole is one dish that all six of our kids love," notes Gwen Bradshaw of Kennewick, Washington. Serve garlic bread and fresh spinach salad to round out the meal.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons butter
3 cups water
2 medium carrots, shredded
2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried minced onion
1 pound ground beef, cooked and drained
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute rice and garlic in butter until golden brown. Stir in water, carrots, bouillon, parsley, salt, basil and onion. Bring to a boil. reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in beef. Transfer to a greased 9-in. square baking dish. Cover and bake at 325° for 45 minutes, stirring twice. Uncover; sprinkle with cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 417mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-shredded cheese and frozen vegetables.
  • To make the dish even more flavorful, use homemade Italian seasoning.
  • If you don't have any Italian bread, you can use French bread or even hamburger buns.
  • To make the dish more kid-friendly, use mild Italian sausage instead of hot Italian sausage.
  • Serve the cheesy Italian beef bake with a side of garlic bread or mashed potatoes.

Conclusion:

Cheesy Italian beef bake is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover roast beef. The combination of beef, cheese, and pasta is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give cheesy Italian beef bake a try.

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