Description
A hearty casserole blending ground beef, tender potatoes, and melted cheddar and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this comforting dish offers a satisfying mix of protein and carbs.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
4–5 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp paprika
Salt & black pepper, to taste
½ cup beef broth or water
¼ cup milk (optional, for creaminess)
Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, cook beef until browned, then add onion and garlic
Thinly slice potatoes and layer them in a 9×13-inch baking dish
Spread cooked beef mixture over potatoes
Sprinkle cheddar cheese evenly over the beef layer
Mix Parmesan, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper, then sprinkle on top
Pour beef broth or water and optional milk into the dish
Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 50 minutes
Uncover and bake 10 additional minutes for golden top
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving
Notes
Use lean ground beef to reduce fat content
Milk can be substituted with a dairy-free alternative if preferred
Cheese varieties can be swapped depending on availability
Cover leftovers tightly and refrigerate for up to 3 days
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 50
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg