Ingredients- 1 pound ground beef- 1 medium onion, diced- 2 cloves garlic, minced- 1 tablespoon ginger, freshly grated- 1 cup celery, chopped- 1 cup carrots, julienned- 3 cups cabbage, thinly sliced- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced- 8 ounces cooked Chow Mein noodles or cooked spaghetti- 3 tablespoons soy sauce- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)- 1 teaspoon sesame oil- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil- 1 cup beef broth- 1 tablespoon cornstarch- 1 cup cheddar cheese, grated (optional)- Salt and pepper to taste- Green onions or chives, chopped (for garnish)Directions1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and set aside.2. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.3. Stir in onions, garlic, and ginger to the skillet with the beef and cook until the onions become translucent.4. Add celery and carrots to the skillet, cooking for a few more minutes until they start to soften. Then, incorporate the cabbage and mushrooms, and cook until all the vegetables are tender-crisp.5. In a small bowl, whisk together beef broth, soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), sesame oil, and cornstarch to create your sauce. Pour this sauce over the cooked beef and vegetables, stir well, and bring to a simmer until it thickens a bit.6. Gently toss the cooked noodles into the skillet with the beef and vegetable mixture, ensuring everything is well combined.7. Transfer the entire mixture into the prepared baking dish. Top evenly with the grated cheddar cheese.8. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and begins to brown.
Ground Beef Chow Mein Casserole
