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High-protein baked beef dish with cheese
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Beef casserole with cheese (250 g) has 495 calories. That works out to 198 calories per 100 g. It contains 10.3 g of carbs, 38 g of protein, 33.5 g of fat and 1.5 g of fiber. Its 4.3 µg of B12 covers 177% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 12 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
495
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
10.3g
· 4% DV
Protein
38g
· 76% DV
Fat
33.5g
· 43% DV
Fiber
1.5g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 8% · Protein 31% · Fat 61%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 495 kcal | |
| Total fat | 33.5 g | 43% |
| Saturated fat | 14 g | 70% |
| Trans fat | 0.8 g | |
| Sodium | 800 mg | 35% |
| Total carbohydrate | 10.3 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% |
| Protein | 38 g | 76% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 495 kcal |
| 1 ounce (quarter) | 28 g | 55 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 198 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 180 g | 356 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 220 g | 436 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 320 g | 634 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 693 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 420 g | 832 kcal |
Calculated from 198 calories per 100 g.
Beef casserole with cheese is made by slowly cooking beef with vegetables and seasoning, then adding cheese near the end. Cook the beef until tender in a covered casserole dish, top it with cheese, and return it to the heat until melted.
Beef chuck or another well-marbled stewing cut works well for beef casserole with cheese because slow cooking tenderizes it. Cut the beef into evenly sized pieces and allow it to cook until tender before adding the cheese topping.
Cheddar is a common choice for beef casserole with cheese because it melts well and has a savory flavor. Add it toward the end of cooking so it melts over the beef rather than drying out during the longer casserole cook.
The beef in beef casserole with cheese is usually tough because it has not cooked long enough to soften. Stewing cuts need slow, moist cooking; keep the dish covered and wait until the meat is tender before adding the cheese.
Onions, tomatoes, and peppers are common in beef casserole with cheese, while mushrooms or potatoes can also be added. Cut vegetables to similar sizes so they cook evenly, and avoid adding excess liquid that can make the casserole watery.
Beef casserole with cheese is a baked-style variation of güveç, a Turkish casserole traditionally associated with slow cooking in an earthenware pot. Recipes vary by household, but beef, vegetables, and a layer of melted cheese are common features of this version.
Serve beef casserole with cheese with a green salad, crusty bread, or rice. Since the casserole is rich and filling, a fresh salad is a particularly good match; bread can also help scoop up the savory sauce.
Yes, beef casserole with cheese can be frozen, though the cheese and sauce may change texture after thawing. Cool it, portion it into airtight containers, thaw it in the refrigerator, and reheat until steaming hot throughout.
Leftover beef casserole with cheese keeps in the refrigerator for a few days when cooled promptly and stored in a covered container. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, and make sure it is hot all the way through.
You can make beef casserole with cheese lighter by choosing lean beef, using less added oil, and reducing the cheese topping. Adding extra vegetables also makes the dish more substantial without relying as heavily on meat and cheese.
Vitamins
B12
4.25µg · 177% DV
B3
9.75mg · 61% DV
B2
0.48mg · 37% DV
B6
0.6mg · 35% DV
Minerals
Zinc
7.75mg · 70% DV
Phosphorus
463mg · 66% DV
Selenium
35µg · 64% DV
Calcium
420mg · 42% DV
Sodium
800mg · 35% DV
Potassium ⭐
638mg · 19% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Beef casserole with cheese is a Turkish-style oven dish of beef, often cooked with onion and tomato or peppers in a casserole pot, then topped with cheese and baked until bubbling. Slow cooking makes the meat tender, while the melted, lightly browned topping adds a savoury richness.
It is usually served hot as a main meal, with bread, rice or bulgur and a fresh salad. The beef and cheese make it a protein-rich, filling choice; the cheese also contributes to its richness. For a lighter plate, serve it with extra vegetables and use a modest amount of cheese.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
14g
MONOUNSATURATED
13.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.25g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.