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Cheesy Ground Beef & Potato Casserole

A comforting dish that combines ground beef, potatoes, and cheese for a satisfying family dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 4 medium potatoes, thinly sliced Slice evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Feel free to use other cheese varieties like mozzarella or pepper jack.
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil For cooking the onions.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent.
  3. Add ground beef to the skillet, season with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper, and cook until browned.
Assembly
  1. In a large casserole dish, layer half of the sliced potatoes on the bottom.
  2. Top with the cooked ground beef mixture, then another layer of potatoes.
  3. Pour beef broth evenly over the top and cover the dish with foil.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
  2. Remove the foil, sprinkle with cheddar cheese, and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  3. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve hot and consider pairing with a fresh side salad or steamed vegetables. Can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or frozen for 2-3 months.