Three Layer Casserole Recipe
Overview
Name: Three Layer Casserole
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4
Category: One Dish Meal
Keywords: Meat, Very Low Carbs, Potluck, Oven, < 4 Hours
Description
This Three Layer Casserole is perfect for potluck dinners, offering a simple and economical option that’s both hearty and satisfying. Ideal for busy weeknights, you can prepare it ahead and freeze it for later. Pair it with bread for a complete meal that everyone will enjoy.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/3 cup chopped onion
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 3/4 tsp dried parsley
- 1/4 tsp dried oregano
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup fresh mushrooms, sliced
- 1 package (10 oz) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
- Calories: 420.3
- Total Fat: 25.9g
- Saturated Fat: 11.2g
- Cholesterol: 107.3mg
- Sodium: 773.6mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 10.5g
- Dietary Fiber: 3.5g
- Sugars: 5.5g
- Protein: 36.9g
Instructions
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Preparation: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Saute Meat and Onion: In a skillet over medium heat, saute the ground beef and chopped onion until the onion becomes transparent and the meat is browned. Drain any excess fat.
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Prepare Meat Mixture: Stir in the tomato sauce, basil, parsley, oregano, black pepper, and sliced mushrooms. Simmer for a few minutes until the mushrooms are tender and the flavors are well combined.
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Prepare Spinach Mixture: Meanwhile, squeeze out any excess liquid from the thawed spinach. In a separate bowl, combine the spinach with the cottage cheese.
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Layering: In a 7×11 inch baking dish, layer half of each component in the following order:
- Spinach mixture
- Meat mixture
- Mozzarella cheese
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Repeat Layers: Repeat the layers once more, ending with a final layer of mozzarella cheese on top.
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Bake: Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese is melted and lightly browned on top.
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Serve: Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
This Three Layer Casserole is a wonderful dish that combines savory flavors with the richness of spinach and cheese, making it a comforting and satisfying meal option for any occasion. Perfect for sharing at potlucks or enjoying with your family on a busy weeknight!