Description
A creamy and flavorful one-pan casserole loaded with tender ground beef, hearty potatoes, and gooey cheese, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 4 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your favorite blend)
- 1 cup milk
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika (optional for flavor)
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil. Add the diced onions and minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant and translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add the ground beef, season with salt, pepper, and paprika (if using), and brown until fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
- In a greased baking dish, layer the casserole starting with a layer of sliced potatoes on the bottom, followed by the cooked beef mixture.
- Pour the milk evenly over the layers, and sprinkle half of your shredded cheese on top.
- Add another layer of potatoes on top of the cheese, followed by the remaining ground beef mix, and finish with the last of the potatoes.
- Top it off with the remaining cheese.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for about 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let the casserole sit for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy the cheesy ground beef potato bake!
Notes
- Feel free to add fresh herbs, different cheese types, or even vegetables like spinach or bell peppers.
- This dish can be assembled a day in advance and stored in the fridge until you’re ready to bake.
- Ensure potatoes are fork-tender by the end of baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal