Description
This Cheesy Ground Beef and Potato Casserole is a hearty meal, perfect for busy weeknights. With layers of savory ground beef, tender potatoes, and gooey melted cheese, it delivers classic comfort food that pleases the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
1.5 lbs Ground Beef
2 lbs Potatoes
1 large Onio
3–4 cloves Garlic
1 cup Beef Broth
2 tbsp Tomato Paste
1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
1/2 cup Milk
2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese
1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese
1 tbsp Olive Oil
To taste Salt
To taste Black Pepper
1 tsp Dried Thyme
2 tbsp Fresh Parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare your potatoes by peeling and thinly slicing them
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and brown the ground beef, draining excess grease
- Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, then add minced garlic and thyme
- Stir in tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce, followed by beef broth and milk. Season to taste
- In a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, layer half of the potatoes, then half the beef mixture, and half the cheeses. Repeat the layers
- Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes, then remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 20-25 minutes
- Let rest for 10-15 minutes before serving, garnished with chopped parsley if desired
Notes
Ensure potato slices are even for consistent cooking.
Drain the ground beef thoroughly to avoid an oily casserole.
Resting the casserole is important for set layers.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 65 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg