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Savory Creamy Mushroom and Ground Beef Bake with Cheese

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This Savory Creamy Mushroom and Ground Beef Bake is a cozy, cheese-topped casserole made with tender pasta, hearty ground beef, and mushrooms in a luscious sour cream and mushroom sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights and crowd-pleasing comfort food dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 cups mushrooms, sliced

  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup

  • 1/2 cup sour cream

  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

  • 1 tsp dried thyme

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • 2 cups cooked pasta (penne, rotini, or your choice)

  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  • Preheat Oven:

    • Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

  • Cook Aromatics:

    • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

    • Sauté chopped onion and garlic for 2–3 minutes until soft and fragrant.

  • Brown the Beef:

    • Add ground beef and cook for 5–7 minutes until browned and crumbled.

    • Drain excess fat if needed.

  • Cook the Mushrooms:

    • Stir in sliced mushrooms and cook for another 5 minutes, until softened.

  • Make the Sauce:

    • Add cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, heavy cream, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper.

    • Stir and simmer for 3–4 minutes until thickened slightly.

  • Combine with Pasta:

    • Stir in cooked pasta and toss to coat evenly in the sauce.

  • Bake:

    • Transfer to baking dish and top with shredded cheddar.

    • Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

  • Serve:

    • Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  • For extra richness, use a mix of mozzarella and cheddar.

  • Add spinach or peas for a veggie boost.

  • Can be made ahead and refrigerated before baking.

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