Description
Beef and Potato Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, bringing together tender ground beef, fluffy potatoes, and a creamy sauce, all topped with gooey cheddar cheese. This hearty dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. With simple ingredients and straightforward preparation, you can create a nostalgic casserole that warms both the heart and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 medium Russet potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup beef broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink; drain excess fat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in beef broth and heavy cream; season with salt and pepper. Mix well.
- In the prepared casserole dish, layer half of the sliced potatoes, followed by half of the meat mixture. Repeat with another layer of potatoes and the remaining meat mixture.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese, cover with foil, and bake for 60 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 20-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 70mg