Hearty Meat and Cheese Casserole with Crispy Bacon Bits is a rich, savory dish layered with cheddar, ground beef, and golden bacon for a satisfying bite.
Ingredients:
✅ 1 lb Ground Beef
✅ 1 lb Ground Pork
✅ 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese
✅ 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese
✅ 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese
✅ 1/2 lb Bacon, cooked and crumbled
✅ 1 Onion, chopped
✅ 2 cups Marinara Sauce
✅ 1 cup Bechamel Sauce
✅ Salt and Pepper to taste
✅ 1 tbsp Olive Oil
Instructions:
1️⃣ Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
2️⃣ In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
3️⃣ Add the ground beef and pork to the skillet and cook until browned. Season with salt and pepper.
4️⃣ Once the meat is cooked, add the marinara sauce and stir until the meat is well coated.
5️⃣ In a large casserole dish, layer the meat mixture, then a layer of cheddar and mozzarella cheese. Repeat the layers until all the ingredients are used, ending with a cheese layer.
6️⃣ Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and has started to brown.
7️⃣ Once the casserole is done, remove from the oven and sprinkle the crispy bacon bits and parmesan cheese on top. Drizzle with the bechamel sauce.
8️⃣ Let the casserole rest for about 10 minutes before serving.
[Prep Time: 20 mins | Cooking Time: 45 mins | Total Time: 65 mins | Calories: 800 | Servings: 6]