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Ground Beef and Potato Casserole

Ground Beef and Potato Casserole is a deliciously seasoned dish loaded with meat and potatoes, topped with cheese, and perfect for any meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Dinner, Main
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 503 kcal

Equipment

  • oven
  • Skillet
  • baking dish
  • knife
  • cutting board

Ingredients
  

  • 6 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons butter or cooking oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, minced
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon bouillon powder (or sub with salt)
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • fresh parsley chopped for garnish (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Peel and slice the potatoes thinly and as close to the same thickness as possible so they cook evenly in the casserole.
  • In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and thyme and sauté until the onion is translucent and garlic fragrant.
  • Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through. Break it into small crumbles as it cooks—season with salt, pepper, bouillon powder, oregano, and paprika.
  • Drain excess fat from the skillet, then sprinkle the flour over the beef mixture. Stir well to combine, and cook for another minute to toast the flour.
  • Gradually add the beef broth and milk to the skillet, stirring constantly. Continue cooking until the mixture thickens slightly, forming a gravy-like consistency.
  • Grease a 9"x13" baking dish with butter (or non-stick spray). Then, arrange half of the sliced potatoes along the bottom, followed by half of the ground beef mixture. Repeat with the remaining potatoes and beef mixture.
  • Cover with foil and bake for about 45 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
  • Uncover the dish, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top, and bake for another 10-15 minutes or until the cheese melts and bubbles.
  • Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.

Notes

Broil the casserole for a few minutes after it has finished baking for a crispy top. Wait until the casserole is done before adding cheese. Let the potato and beef casserole rest for 10-15 minutes after cooking so the sauce thickens.

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
Keyword casserole, comfort food, Easy Recipe, Family Favorite, Ground Beef and Potato Casserole
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