Description
A comforting and rich creamy mushroom ground beef bake that is perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups cooked pasta (such as penne or rotini)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). There’s something comforting about this first step—it signals the beginning of a meal that will soon fill your home with warmth.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and let it soften until translucent. Stir in the garlic and cook just until fragrant. This base builds the flavor foundation of your creamy mushroom ground beef bake.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned and fully cooked through. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme. The spices will begin to bloom, creating a rich, savory aroma.
- Next, stir in the sliced mushrooms. Let them cook down until tender and slightly golden. Mushrooms release their moisture, then soak up all the flavors around them, making the dish deeply satisfying.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir gently. Let the mixture simmer for a few minutes until slightly thickened. This is where the magic happens—the sauce becomes velvety and rich.
- Add the cooked pasta and mix until everything is well coated. Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden. When you pull the creamy mushroom ground beef bake from the oven, let it sit for a few minutes before serving. This helps everything settle into perfect, scoopable layers.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with a simple side salad.
- To make ahead, assemble the dish without baking, cover, and refrigerate. Bake when ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg