21 Ground Beef Casserole Recipes Just Like Grandma Used To Make and Love

These ground beef casseroles are classics for a reason.

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Ground beef is central to so many classic and crowd-pleasing casseroles.

These time-tested favorites (and new twists on classics!)

Spoonful of Johnny Marzetti Casserole lifted from the casserole dish, and in the surroundings, a stack of plates and a bowl of mixed greens salad

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In my recipe, frozen hash browns make it quicker and easier.

Plus, the hash browns get incredibly crispy on the bottom and top of the casserole."

It’s easily adaptable so you might enjoy it with your favorite toppings."

cowboy casserole in a casserole dish next to a plate with a serving

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Layers of cheese (lots of cheese!

), sauce, and noodles pull no punches here.

This is simply delicious homemade lasagna the way you want lasagna to taste.

Casserole Dish of Cheeseburger Casserole with a Serving Already Served Using a Spoon

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Need to make it ahead?

you’re free to make it and freeze itunbaked or baked.

Either way, you’ll love this cheesy, mildly spicy Tex-Mex casserole.

shipwreck casserole in a casserole dish at a table setting with a bowl of scallions, plate, and glass of water

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Pull out your deepest 9x13-inch casserole for this oneyou’ll need it for all the delicious layers.

Johnny Marzetti Casserole

“I contend that macaroni isthepasta for Johnny Marzetti.

Egg noodles are also traditional, but macaroni creates a superior framework to hold the sauce and beef together.

slice of Cattle Drive Casserole on a plate with a fork

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I suppose you could use penne, but doing so would push it from Marzetti to being Marzetti-inspired.”

Serve with hot sauce on the side for those who want to spice it up.

Top it with buttery mashed potatoes and bake until the potatoes brown on top.

Side view of a white baking dish of Million Dollar Ravioli Casserole with a serving removed and on a small plate next to a serving spoon on a small plate

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Sprinkle with cheddar cheese before baking, if you want, to add another layer of flavor.

Even with all the swaps, it’s full of plenty of flavor.

Top it with cornbread batter and bake.

Walking taco casserole in a casserole dish with a spoon (casserole dish missing some casserole / some of the casserole was already served)

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Serve with agreen salad.

Layers of corn tortillas, seasoned ground beef, refried beans, and cheese make this casserole delicious.

Serve with a side of ketchup for dipping forkfuls into.

Spoon of Philly cheesesteak lifted from casserole.

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Side view of a piece of lasagna on a plate.

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Plate with a Slice of Beef Enchilada Casserole Topped with Sour Cream, Cilantro, Jalapeno, and Sliced Avocado, Surrounded by a Half Cut Avocado, a Bowl with Side Salad, a Table Cloth, and a Casserole Dish with More