Cheesy Beef & Pepper Casserole

This Casserole is pure comfort food. Ground Beef, Bell Peppers, and Cheese combine in a simple dish filled with flavor to satisfy the pickiest family. Simple ingredients make for perfection on busy nights.

Difficulty: Easy

Course Dinner

Cuisine American

Keyword Beef

Method Oven

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Resting 5

Total Time 45

Servings

Equipment

Medium Skillet
Medium Mixing Bowl
Large Casserole

INGREDIENTS

For the Ground Beef

1 lb Ground Beef
1 Tbsp. Olive Oil
1 Small Onion - diced
1 Red Bell Pepper - sliced
1 Yellow Bell Pepper - sliced
1 Green Bell Pepper - sliced
1 tsp. Garlic Powder
1 tsp. Smoked Paprika
½ tsp. Salt
½ tsp. Black Pepper

For the Topping

1 cup Mozzarella Cheese - shredded
½ cup Cheddar Cheese - shredded
2 Lg. Eggs
½ cup Heavy Cream
1 Tbsp. Fresh Parsley - chopped (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a casserole dish.
Heat Olive Oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add Ground Beef and cook until brown and crumbled. Drain excess fat.
Add Onion and Bell Peppers to the skillet. Cook for 4–5 minutes until softened. Season with Garlic Powder, Paprika, Salt, and Pepper. Stir well.
Transfer Beef mixture to the greased casserole.
In a bowl, whisk Eggs and Heavy Cream. Pour evenly over the Ground Beef and Bell Peppers.
Evenly cover with both Cheeses.
Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until bubbling and lightly golden on top.
Rest 5 minutes to thicken and serve while still hot.

Notes

Serve with a simple Salad and Garlic Bread.