Southern Five Layer Beef Casserole Recipe
This Southern Five Layer Beef Casserole recipe is a hearty, comforting dish with layers of seasoned ground beef, rice, veggies, and cheese. It’s the perfect family-friendly meal, packed with rich flavors and textures. Baked to golden perfection, this casserole is ideal for weeknight dinners or potluck gatherings, offering a true taste of Southern comfort.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- Ground beef
- Cooked rice
- Canned diced tomatoes
- Onion (chopped)
- Bell peppers (chopped)
- Cheddar cheese (shredded)
- Corn (optional)
- Tomato sauce
- Garlic (minced)
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Paprika
- Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté onion, garlic, and bell peppers until softened.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, cook until browned, and drain excess fat. Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, salt, pepper, paprika, and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Grease a baking dish and layer cooked rice as the first layer.
- Spread the beef mixture over the rice.
- Add a layer of corn (optional) followed by a layer of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Repeat layers if needed, ending with a final layer of cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 5-10 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Add chopped green chilies for extra flavor.
- Swap out ground beef for ground turkey for a lighter option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg