Description
This Meat & Potato Casserole is a hearty and comforting dish that combines layers of thinly sliced russet potatoes with seasoned ground beef, creamy mushroom soup, and melted cheddar cheese. Baked to golden perfection, this casserole is a satisfying meal the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Ground Beef Mixture:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Other Ingredients:
- 4 cups peeled and thinly sliced russet potatoes
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the ground beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with the diced onion and garlic until browned. Drain excess grease.
- Prepare the soup mixture: In a bowl, whisk together cream of mushroom soup, milk, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Layer the casserole: Arrange half of the potatoes in the dish, followed by half of the beef, soup mixture, and cheese. Repeat layers. Dot with butter.
- Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 60 minutes. Uncover and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden. Rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- You can use ground turkey or pork instead of beef.
- For a creamier texture, add sour cream to the soup mixture.
- Yukon gold potatoes can be substituted for russets.
