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A hearty spinach and beef casserole in a skillet, featuring rigatoni pasta, ground beef, spinach, and a melted cheese topping, ready to serve on a wooden surface.

Spinach and Beef Casserole

This Spinach and Beef Casserole is a comforting dish combining ground beef, rigatoni, spinach, and cheese in a flavorful tomato-based sauce. Topped with optional cheese, this hearty casserole is baked to perfection, making it ideal for family dinners or gatherings. Easy to prepare, it's a freezer-friendly recipe that brings warmth and satisfaction to every table.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 10
Calories 420 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Skillet For browning the ground beef and cooking the seasoning mix.
  • Large Pot For boiling the rigatoni pasta.
  • Mixing Bowl To combine the pasta, spinach, eggs, oil, and cheese.
  • Lasagna Pan or Casserole Dish For assembling and baking the casserole
  • wooden spoon or spatula To stir the beef mixture and sauces.
  • Strainer/ Colander To drain the pasta and spinach.
  • measuring cups and spoons For precise measurements of ingredients.
  • Oven Preheat to 350℉ for baking the casserole.
  • knife and cutting board For chopping any additional ingredients or garnishes.
  • Aluminum foil To cover the casserole if needed during baking.

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs Ground Beef
  • 24 oz Jar of Ragu
  • 6 oz Tomato Paste
  • 1 Tablespoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 Cup Chopped Onion, celery and bell pepper mix
  • 2 10 oz Chopped Frozen Spinach
  • 2 eggs, well beaten
  • ¼ Cup cooking Oil
  • 1 Cup Grated Sharp Cheese
  • 10 oz Package Rigatoni
  • 1 tbsp Dried Basil
  • 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning

Instructions
 

  • Brown beef and cut up seasoning mix, garlic, basil and italian seasoning.
  • Cook spinach. Save liquid.
  • Drain grease from meat mixture.
  • To the meat mixture, add Ragu, tomato paste and liquid from spinach to make one cup. Simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Mix cooked noodles, drained spinach, eggs oil and cheese. Spread in the bottom of a lasagna pan.
  • Spread meat mixture on top of noodle mixture.
  • Top with cheese. (This is optional)
  • Bake uncovered at 350° for 20-30 minutes.

Notes

The nutritional values provided are estimates only and are calculated based on general nutritional data for the listed ingredients. Actual values may vary depending on the specific brands, measurements, and preparation methods used. For precise dietary information, please consult a registered dietitian or use a verified nutrition calculator with the exact ingredients you use.

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 28gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg
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