Here are three simple, flavorful beef casserole recipes—each with a unique twist! Whether you’re craving Mexican, creamy hamburger rice, or cheesy beef noodles, these dishes are easy to make and packed with comfort.
1. Mexican Beef & Rice Casserole 🌮🍚
Ingredients:
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 white onion, diced
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 lb ground beef
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15 oz corn, drained
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15 oz black beans, drained
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2 tbsp taco seasoning
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14 oz chunky salsa
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1 cup Minute Rice (uncooked)
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1½ cups chicken broth
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2 cups shredded Mexican cheese
Instructions:
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Sauté onion, garlic, and beef until browned. Drain fat.
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Add corn, beans, taco seasoning, salsa, rice, and broth. Simmer 5 mins.
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Stir in 1 cup cheese, transfer to a baking dish, top with remaining cheese.
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Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 mins until bubbly.
Serve with: Avocado, sour cream, and cilantro.
2. Hamburger Rice Casserole 🍄🧀
Ingredients:
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1 lb ground beef
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1 packet Lipton Beefy Onion Soup Mix
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21 oz cream of mushroom soup
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4 oz sliced mushrooms
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2 cups beef broth
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¾ cup milk
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¾ cup sour cream
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½ tsp salt & pepper
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2 cups Minute Rice
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8 oz Colby Jack cheese
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Parsley (garnish)
Instructions:
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Brown beef with soup mix. Drain fat.
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Mix in soup, mushrooms, broth, milk, sour cream, salt, and pepper.
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Stir in rice, top with cheese, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25 mins.
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Garnish with parsley.
Tip: Add frozen peas for extra veggies!
3. Cheesy Beef & Noodle Casserole 🍝🧀
Ingredients:
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12 oz egg noodles, cooked
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1 tbsp olive oil + 1 tbsp butter
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1 lb ground beef
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1 onion, diced
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1 bell pepper, diced
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2 tsp garlic, minced
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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½ tbsp Worcestershire + soy sauce
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14.5 oz roasted garlic tomatoes (undrained)
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1 can cream of mushroom soup
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1 cup mozzarella + 1 cup cheddar
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¼ cup parsley
Instructions:
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Sauté beef, onion, pepper, and garlic. Season.
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Add Worcestershire, soy sauce, tomatoes, and soup. Simmer 5 mins.
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Toss with noodles, top with cheese, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15 mins.
Perfect with: Garlic bread and a crisp salad.
Why You’ll Love These:
✅ One-dish meals (easy cleanup!).
✅ Customizable—swap proteins or veggies.
✅ Great for leftovers (taste even better the next day!).
Which one will you try first?

