Description
A cozy casserole blending browned beef, salty ham, and tender cauliflower in a creamy, cheesy sauce, topped with a golden breadcrumb crust.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup diced ham
- 1 head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Trim and cut the cauliflower into bite-size florets and rinse. If you prefer softer cauliflower, steam or blanch it for 4–5 minutes and drain. Set aside a greased 9×13-inch casserole dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked beef, diced ham, cauliflower florets, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir in half of the shredded cheese.
- Cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned; drain excess fat. Transfer combined mixture to the greased dish, smooth it out, then top with the remaining cheese and optional breadcrumbs. Dot with butter.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10–15 minutes until bubbly and golden. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a heartier meal, serve with crusty bread or mashed potatoes. Freezing instructions provided; can be frozen for up to 2-3 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg