Description
This Beef Potato Cheese Casserole is a comforting and hearty dish that layers thinly sliced potatoes with seasoned ground beef, creamy cheeses, and a savory milk mixture. Baked to golden perfection, it’s a satisfying main course perfect for cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
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Ground Beef Mixture:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Layering:
- 4 cups potatoes, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Milk Mixture:
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon flour
Topping:
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook beef: Brown ground beef and onion in a skillet. Add garlic and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme.
- Prepare layers: Whisk together milk, sour cream, and flour. Layer potatoes, beef mixture, and cheddar cheese in the baking dish.
- Final assembly: Pour milk mixture over the casserole, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, cover with foil, and bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 15–20 minutes until golden.
- Rest and serve: Let the casserole sit for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- Enhance flavor with a cheddar and mozzarella blend.
- Substitute ground turkey or sausage for beef if preferred.
- Use a mandoline for uniformly sliced potatoes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
