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Cheesy Ground Beef & Potato Casserole

Cheesy Ground Beef & Potato Casserole: Your New Family Favorite

This Cheesy Ground Beef & Potato Casserole is a comforting dish that the whole family will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be substituted with vegetable oil
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Feel free to swap for ground turkey for a leaner choice.
  • 1 medium Onion Both yellow and white onions work well.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Use fresh cloves for the best flavor.
  • 4 cups Potatoes Choose Russet or Yukon Gold for the best texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to your personal preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Customize the amount based on your spice tolerance.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika gives an extra depth of flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Can be replaced with Italian seasoning.
  • 1-2 cups Cheddar Cheese Consider mozzarella for a change of flavor.
  • 1 cup Beef Broth Chicken broth or vegetable broth can also be used.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Feel free to replace with chives or omit if desired.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by heating 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil glistens, add 1 pound of ground beef. Cook for about 5–7 minutes, breaking it into smaller pieces until it’s well browned and crumbly.
  2. Stir in one chopped onion and 2 minced garlic cloves into the skillet, sautéing for 3–4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
  3. Add 4 cups of diced potatoes, seasoning with salt, black pepper, 1 teaspoon of paprika, and 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, mixing everything thoroughly. Continue cooking for an additional 2–3 minutes.
  4. Pour in 1 cup of beef broth, combine well, cover, and reduce heat to low, simmering for about 20–25 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
  5. Remove the lid and sprinkle 1-2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Cover and cook on low heat for another 2–3 minutes until melted.
  6. Sprinkle fresh parsley over the melted cheese and serve hot directly from the skillet.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This dish is versatile and can be adapted with different proteins and vegetables. Perfect for meal prepping or feeding a crowd.

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