Description
A hearty and comforting French Onion Beef Casserole with tender beef, caramelized onions, and melty cheese. Perfect for a cozy family meal or a weeknight dinner, it’s packed with rich flavors that everyone will love. Easy to customize and freezer-friendly!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or Gruyère)
- 4 cups cooked pasta (egg noodles or penne)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and caramelize for 15-20 minutes.
- In a separate skillet, cook ground beef until browned, then drain excess fat.
- Combine the cooked beef, caramelized onions, beef broth, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, thyme, and pasta in a large bowl.
- Transfer mixture to baking dish and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- Add mushrooms or Worcestershire sauce for extra flavor.
- For a crispy topping, sprinkle buttered breadcrumbs on top before baking.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
