Description
Craving a comforting, easy dinner that the whole family will love? This creamy ground beef casserole with cream cheese is the perfect solution. Packed with rich flavors, tender pasta, and a smooth, cheesy sauce, it’s one of those easy recipes that quickly becomes a go-to for busy weeknights or cozy dinners. Whether you’re searching for dinner ideas, quick meals, or hearty food ideas, this dish delivers both convenience and satisfaction in every bite.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
8 oz cream cheese
2 cups pasta
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
1 small onion
2 cloves garlic
1 cup tomato sauce
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
1. Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
2. Cook ground beef in a skillet until browned.
3. Add onion and garlic and sauté until softened.
4. Stir in tomato sauce and cream cheese until smooth.
5. Mix in cooked pasta until well combined.
6. Transfer mixture to a baking dish.
7. Top with cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
8. Bake at 375°F until bubbly and golden.
Notes
Use full-fat cream cheese for best texture.
Avoid overcooking pasta before baking.
Let casserole rest before serving for cleaner slices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: easy dinner, ground beef casserole, creamy pasta bake, comfort food, quick dinner ideas