Description
A cozy, cheesy ground beef and potato casserole baked to golden perfection. Hearty, simple, and family-approved—perfect for busy nights and comfort meals.
Ingredients
450 g (1 lb) ground beef
1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil
1 medium onion (150 g), chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
4–5 medium potatoes (700 g), thinly sliced
170 g (1 ½ cups) shredded cheddar cheese
50 g (½ cup) grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp (2 g) dried Italian seasoning
½ tsp (1 g) paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste
120 ml (½ cup) beef broth or water
60 ml (¼ cup) milk (optional, for creaminess)
Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat Oven: Heat oven to 190°C (375°F). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Cook Beef: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium. Add beef and cook 5–7 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
Add Flavor: Stir in onion and garlic; cook 3–4 minutes until softened.
Assemble Casserole: Spread beef mixture in baking dish. Top with potato slices. Season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika.
Add Cheese & Liquid: Sprinkle cheddar and Parmesan evenly. Pour beef broth (and milk if using) around edges.
Bake: Cover with foil and bake 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 15–20 minutes until potatoes are tender and cheese is golden.
Serve: Garnish with parsley if desired and serve hot.
Notes
Slice potatoes thin and evenly for the best cooking results.
Broil 2–3 minutes at the end for a crispy, bubbly cheese top.
Swap cheddar for mozzarella or pepper jack for variety.
Leftovers taste even better the next day.
Naturally gluten-free (verify broth if needed).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Course / Casserole
- Method: Oven-baked
- Cuisine: American Comfort Food