Description
A comforting and hearty casserole combining ground beef, cheese, and potatoes, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 5-6 medium russet potatoes (thinly sliced, about 1/8 inch)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella (optional, for extra meltiness)
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken)
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika (optional)
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter (for greasing the dish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Heat to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil or butter.
- Cook beef mixture: In a skillet, brown the ground beef with the chopped onion until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat. Stir in minced garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Make sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup and milk until smooth.
- Assemble casserole: Layer half of the sliced potatoes on the bottom of the greased baking dish. Spread half of the beef mixture over the potatoes. Pour half of the sauce over the beef and sprinkle with 1 cup of cheddar cheese. Repeat the layers with the remaining potatoes, beef, sauce, and finish with the rest of the cheddar and mozzarella.
- Bake covered: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Bake uncovered: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, until the potatoes are tender and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Serve: Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. This dish pairs wonderfully with a green salad or steamed vegetables.
Notes
For extra flavor, add bell peppers or mushrooms to the beef mixture. Slice potatoes as thinly as possible for even cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American