Venezuelan Beef Casserole
A hearty and flavorful casserole inspired by Venezuelan cuisine, featuring tender beef and a rich roasted sauce.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound Beef (ground beef)80/20 ground beef
- ●1 large Onionchopped
- ●3 cloves Garlicminced
- ●2 tablespoons Tomato pastecanned
- ●1 can (14.5 oz) Chopped tomatoescanned
- ●1 cup Roasted peppersdiced
- ●1 teaspoon Oreganodried
- ●1/2 teaspoon Cuminground
- ●1/4 teaspoon Saltto taste
- ●1/4 teaspoon Black pepperto taste
- ●1 cup Cheddar cheeseshredded
- ●1 cup Breadcrumbsplain breadcrumbs
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
- 3
Once the beef is browned, add the chopped onion and minced garlic and cook until the onion is translucent.
- 4
Stir in the tomato paste, chopped tomatoes, roasted peppers, oregano, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
- 5
Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 6
While the beef mixture is cooking, prepare the casserole dish by sprinkling a layer of breadcrumbs on the bottom.
- 7
Transfer the beef mixture to the prepared casserole dish and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- 8
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 9
Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
- 10
Let the casserole rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.