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A delicious serving of Ground Beef and Potato Casserole, layered with seasoned ground beef, tender potatoes, and melted cheddar cheese, topped with fresh parsley for a burst of color.

Ground Beef and Potato Casserole

A hearty, cheesy casserole layered with seasoned ground beef and tender potatoes, perfect for a comforting meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: American
Calories: 503

Ingredients
  

  • 6 medium potatoes peeled and thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons butter or cooking oil for sautéing
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme minced
  • 1 pound ground beef 450g
  • 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon bouillon powder or substitute with extra salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 2 tablespoons flour for thickening
  • 1 cup beef broth 236ml
  • ½ cup milk 118ml
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 120g
  • fresh parsley chopped for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Peel and thinly slice the potatoes into even pieces for uniform cooking.
  3. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and fresh thyme. Sauté until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
  4. Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart into small crumbles. Season with salt, pepper, bouillon powder, oregano, and paprika.
  5. Drain any excess fat from the skillet. Sprinkle flour over the beef mixture and stir well to combine. Cook for an additional minute to allow the flour to toast.
  6. Gradually add the beef broth and milk to the skillet, stirring constantly. Continue to cook until the mixture thickens slightly, resembling a gravy.
  7. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray. Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the bottom, then top with half of the beef mixture. Repeat with the remaining potatoes and beef mixture.
  8. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  9. After 45 minutes, remove the foil and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  10. Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 10-15 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 503kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 24gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 849mgPotassium: 1226mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 587IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 218mgIron: 4mg

Notes

A comforting casserole perfect for dinner or breakfast. For extra crispiness, broil the top briefly after baking.

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