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Ground beef is the neutral canvas of dinnertime. While a quick sauté in the skillet will give you speedy results, a casserole bake is really where ground beef shines. Slowly baked until bubbling hot and with a crispy topping, ground beef casseroles satisfy stomachs and stretch budgets like no other meat. Everyone has their tried and true recipes, but there’s a world of options out there like these six casserole recipes.

Runza Casserole

The regional classic sandwich of Nebraska gets simplified into an easy-to-assemble casserole. This Runza Casserole has all of the elements of the bread-stuffed delight but in an oven-to-table format. Premade crescent roll dough is the top and bottom base for a delicious filling of browned ground beef, sauteed onions, and cooked cabbage. An addition of mozzarella cheese sends this casserole into a new realm of comfort food delight and binds everything together. To get the recipe, click the link here!

Philly Cheesesteak Casserole

If you love old-school hamburger helper-like casseroles, then this Philly Cheesesteak Casserole is right up your alley. Taking inspiration from Philadelphia’s iconic sandwich, this casserole is filled with onions, bell peppers, and plenty of soul-satisfying cheese. Macaroni and ground beef are the heart foundation of this casserole, baking up to perfection in the oven. If you’re curious about the recipe, then click the link here!

Martha’s Company Casserole

Martha’s Company Casserole is a retro casserole with serious staying power. A base of ground beef, egg noodles, and tomatoes gets a special upgrade with the additions of creamy delights like cream cheese, cottage cheese, and cheddar cheese. Baked until golden, the noodles on top are slightly crunchy while the noodles are tender mixed into a creamy, meaty, tomatoey sauce. To get the recipe and the instructions, click here.

French Onion Noodle Bake

This French Onion Noodle Bake has only seven ingredients, but it is packed with flavor. Quick store-bought shortcuts and a package of ground beef mean you have a creamy, comforting casserole in forty-five minutes flat! To get the recipe, click the link!

Mexican Ground Beef Casserole

Ground beef gets a jolt of flavor with this Mexican Ground Beef Casserole. Ground beef is browned and seasoned with taco seasoning, green onions, salsa, and corn. Layered between corn tortilla, hatch chilies, and plenty of cheese, this ground beef casserole is meant to satisfy. Get the recipe information by clicking the link here.

Cheesy Hamburger Potato Casserole

With a handful of ingredients, ground beef and potatoes transform into a delightful dinner in this recipe for Cheesy Hamburger Potato Casserole. A trifecta of comfort — beef, potatoes, and cheese — join forces to make a crave-worthy meal. Ground beef is sauteed with onions until the meat is browned and the onions are tender and sweet. The ground beef mixture is then layered between slices of potato and cheese. A quick cheese sauce is poured on top, seeping into every crevice, creating a harmonious bite of savory satisfaction. Curious about the recipe? Then click the link here!