Cheesy Beef and Vegetable Bake
Cheesy Beef and Vegetable Bake is a hearty, comforting casserole dish typically made with ground beef, mixed vegetables like broccoli, carrots, and corn, all bound together in a creamy or tomato-based sauce and topped with melted cheese. It is a popular home-style meal in Western cuisine, particularly in American and British households, known for its ease of preparation and satisfying, all-in-one nature.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and fat, with a moderate amount of carbohydrates depending on the sauce and vegetable mix. It provides key nutrients like iron, zinc, and vitamin A, with a rough calorie ballpark of 400-500 kcal per typical serving.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 28 g |
| Carbs | 18 g |
| Fat | 30 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 6 g |
| Sodium | 780 mg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Zinc | 5.2 mg |
| Vitamin A | 450 µg RAE |
| Vitamin C | 25 mg |
| Calcium | 280 mg |
| Potassium | 480 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.1 µg |
| Selenium | 22 µg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it represents the practical and comforting 'one-pot' or casserole cooking tradition, often used to efficiently feed a family. Nutritionally, it can be a good way to incorporate a variety of vegetables into a meal, though the cheese and beef contribute significantly to its saturated fat content.
