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Ground Beef and Potato Casserole Recipe

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This hearty Ground Beef and Potato Casserole combines thinly sliced potatoes layered with a flavorful mixture of seasoned ground beef and aromatic herbs, baked to perfection with melted cheddar cheese on top. It’s a comforting and easy-to-make dish ideal for family dinners or meal prepping.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Potatoes and Cheese

  • 6 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 1 cup (120g) shredded cheddar cheese

Beef Mixture

  • 2 tablespoons (28g) butter or cooking oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon (1g) fresh thyme, minced
  • 1 pound (450g) ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon (6g) salt, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon (3g) bouillon powder (or substitute with salt)
  • 1 teaspoon (2-3g) ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon (3g) paprika
  • 1 teaspoon (1-2g) oregano
  • 2 tablespoons (15g) flour
  • 1 cup (236ml) beef broth
  • ½ cup (118ml) milk

Garnish

  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the casserole evenly.
  2. Prepare Potatoes: Peel and slice the potatoes into thin, uniform slices to ensure even cooking throughout the casserole.
  3. Sauté Aromatics: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add diced onion, minced garlic, and fresh thyme. Sauté until the onions turn translucent and the garlic is fragrant, building the flavor base.
  4. Cook Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook it until browned and fully cooked. Break the meat into small crumbles as it cooks. Season it with salt, black pepper, bouillon powder, oregano, and paprika to infuse deep flavor.
  5. Prepare Beef Roux: Drain any excess fat from the skillet. Sprinkle the flour over the beef mixture and stir well. Cook for about a minute to toast the flour, which will help thicken the sauce.
  6. Add Liquids: Gradually add the beef broth and milk to the skillet while stirring constantly. Cook until the mixture thickens slightly to form a gravy-like consistency.
  7. Layer Casserole: Grease a 9″x13″ baking dish with butter or non-stick spray. Arrange half of the sliced potatoes evenly across the bottom. Spoon half of the beef mixture over the potatoes. Repeat layering with the remaining potatoes and beef mixture.
  8. Bake Covered: Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for about 45 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
  9. Add Cheese and Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top, and bake uncovered for another 10-15 minutes until the cheese melts and bubbles.
  10. Cool and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, then serve warm.

Notes

  • For even cooking, try to slice the potatoes uniformly thin.
  • Use lean ground beef to reduce excess fat in the dish.
  • You can substitute cheddar cheese with other melting cheeses like mozzarella or Monterey Jack.
  • Leftovers reheat well in the oven or microwave.
  • Add a pinch of nutmeg to the beef mixture for a warm, subtle flavor twist.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://recipeteach.com/ground-beef-and-potato-casserole-recipe/