Hearty Ground Beef Casserole with Vegetables
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Overview
This ground beef casserole is a delightful blend of flavors and textures that come together beautifully. Starting with a base of sautéed onions, cabbage, and carrots, the dish is elevated with the addition of ground beef and a creamy egg mixture. The incorporation of cheese not only adds richness but also creates a lovely golden crust as it bakes.
The preparation is straightforward, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or family gatherings. The key to this recipe is ensuring that the vegetables are cooked just right, allowing them to retain some crunch while still infusing their flavors into the beef mixture. The final touch of a homemade glaze adds a sweet and tangy finish that complements the savory elements perfectly.
What I love most about this casserole is its versatility. You can easily swap out vegetables based on what you have on hand, making it a great way to use up leftovers. Plus, the leftovers (if there are any!) taste even better the next day, making it a fantastic meal prep option. This dish is sure to become a family favorite, bringing warmth and comfort to your dinner table.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Tip: Grating Parmesan cheese adds a rich cheesy touch to the casserole.
Tip: Chopping fresh parsley adds a burst of color and flavor to the dish.
Melt half a stick of butter in a frying pan.
Chop one onion.
Add the onion to the pan and fry until soft.
Chop a quarter of a young cabbage.
Place the cabbage in a bowl, add 1 teaspoon of salt, and squeeze it.
Tip: Squeezing the cabbage helps soften it and brings out its flavor.
Add the cabbage to the frying pan with the onion.
Chop a carrot and add it to the pan with the onion and cabbage.
Tip: Frying vegetables together enhances their caramelized color.
Remove the pan from the stove and set it aside.
Cut four slices of toast bread into cubes.
Toss the bread cubes into a bowl and pour in 120 ml of milk.
Add 900 g of ground beef to the soaked bread.
Grate 150 g of cheese on a coarse grater and add it to the bowl.
Add 2 teaspoons of salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of paprika.
Crack three eggs into the mixture.
Chop a bunch of green onions and add it to the bowl.
Stir everything together until well combined.
Add the fried cabbage, onion, and carrot to the ground beef mixture.
Mix everything together thoroughly.
Take 1 kg of young potatoes, fill with water, and add a pinch of salt.
Cover and cook for about 10 minutes.
Cut two onions into half rings.
Pour boiling water over the onions and add 2 teaspoons of sugar and 120 ml of white grape vinegar.
Pour vegetable oil into a baking dish.
Drain the onions and spread them evenly at the bottom of the dish.
Form two large meatloaf patties from the meat mixture.
Place the patties on top of the onions and bake at 360°F for about 40 minutes.
Mix together ketchup, mustard, brown sugar, balsamic vinegar, and olive oil.
Tip: Glazing the patties will caramelize beautifully, giving them a rich glossy finish.
Spread the glaze over the patties and return to the oven for another 20 minutes.
Drain the potatoes and let them cool, then cut them into smaller pieces.
Melt another half stick of butter in a frying pan and fry the potatoes until golden and crispy.
Cut 6 to 8 mushrooms into slices and add them to the pan with the potatoes.
Grate three cloves of garlic and toss it in with the potatoes and mushrooms.
Season with 1 teaspoon of salt and fry until mushrooms are soft and potatoes are crispy.
Tip: Frying potatoes until golden and crispy adds texture.
Take the meatloaf patties out of the oven and cut into pieces.
Add a generous serving of crispy buttery potatoes with mushrooms to the plate.
Ingredients
Ingredient: Dairy
→ Substitution: Almond Milk
Ingredient: Eggs
→ Substitution: Chia Egg
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Squeezing cabbage helps soften it and enhances its flavor.
- •Adding a glaze of ketchup and mustard caramelizes beautifully on meatloaf.
- •Cooking potatoes partially before frying ensures they are crispy on the outside.
- •Layering sautéed vegetables adds depth of flavor to the casserole.
