🥔🧀 Cheesy Ground Beef & Potato Casserole
This comforting casserole layers seasoned ground beef, tender potatoes, and gooey melted cheese into one hearty, family-friendly dish. It’s simple, budget-friendly, and perfect for make-ahead dinners.
🥘 Ingredients (Serves 6)
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1 lb (450g) ground beef
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1 small onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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4 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
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1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
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1 cup mozzarella cheese (optional, for extra melt)
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1 cup milk or light cream
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 teaspoon paprika
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½ teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning
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Salt & black pepper to taste
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Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
🔥 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat
Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F). Lightly grease a baking dish.
2️⃣ Cook the Beef
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Heat olive oil in a skillet.
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Add onion and sauté 2–3 minutes.
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Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
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Add ground beef, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper.
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Cook until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
3️⃣ Layer the Casserole
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Layer half of the sliced potatoes on the bottom.
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Spread half of the beef mixture over potatoes.
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Sprinkle some cheese.
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Repeat layers, finishing with cheese on top.
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Pour milk evenly over the dish.
4️⃣ Bake
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Cover with foil and bake 45 minutes.
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Remove foil and bake another 15–20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
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Let rest 10 minutes before serving.
🍽 Serving Suggestions
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Simple green salad
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Steamed broccoli
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Garlic bread
💡 Tips for Best Results
✔ Slice potatoes thinly (use a mandoline if possible) for even cooking.
✔ Add a layer of sautéed mushrooms or spinach for extra veggies.
✔ For extra creaminess, mix ½ cup sour cream into the milk.
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes! Assemble, cover, and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
Q: Can I freeze it?
Yes — freeze before or after baking. Thaw overnight before reheating.
Q: Can I use ground turkey instead?
Absolutely! It works great as a lighter option.
Q: How do I know it’s done?
Potatoes should be fork-tender and the top golden brown.
