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Ground Beef Casserole with Coffee Panna Cotta

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This hearty vegan casserole features a plant-based "ground beef" base with layers of creamy sauce, paired with a luscious, coffee-infused panna cotta.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 470 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Ground "Beef" Casserole:

  • 2 cups vegan ground “beef” soy or pea protein based
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 1 cup mushrooms sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp oregano
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups cooked pasta or rice
  • ½ cup vegan cheese shredded
  • 1 tbsp nutritional yeast

For the Coffee Panna Cotta:

  • 1 ½ cups full-fat coconut milk
  • ½ cup plant milk
  • 2 tbsp instant espresso powder
  • ¼ cup maple syrup
  • 1 ½ tsp agar-agar powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions
 

  • Casserole:
  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a skillet, heat olive oil. Sauté onion and mushrooms until soft.
  • Add garlic, vegan beef, and spices. Cook for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in tomato sauce. Let simmer for 7 minutes.
  • Add cooked pasta or rice. Mix well.
  • Pour mixture into baking dish. Top with vegan cheese and nutritional yeast.
  • Bake for 40 minutes, until golden and bubbly.
  • Coffee Panna Cotta:
  • In a saucepan, combine coconut milk, plant milk, espresso powder, maple syrup, agar-agar, vanilla, and salt.
  • Whisk and bring to a boil.
  • Simmer for 3 minutes to activate agar.
  • Pour into ramekins.
  • Chill in fridge for 3 hours until set.
  • Unmold and serve with a smug smile.

Notes

📊 Nutritional Values (Per Serving – 1 casserole portion + 1 panna cotta)

  • Calories: 470
  • Total Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 21g

💪 Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Iron: 18%
  • Calcium: 12%
  • Magnesium: 14%
  • Folate: 11%
  • Potassium: 15%

💡 Additional Notes & Tips

  • Add chili flakes to the casserole if your love life’s a bit bland.
  • Use decaf coffee if you’re a “panna cotta at midnight” kind of gal.
  • A splash of vegan cream over the dessert? Yes, queen.
  • Freeze leftover casserole in single-girl portions.
  • Brunch guests will think you’re a domestic goddess. Let them.