Description
This hearty Ground Beef Potato Casserole recipe is a comforting weeknight dinner idea layered with tender potatoes, savory ground beef, creamy cheese, and simple spices. It’s easy to make, family-friendly, and perfect for meal prep or freezing.
Ingredients
2 pounds ground beef
1 large yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 large russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 ½ cups milk
3 tablespoons butter, cubed
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, cook until soft. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Drain excess fat.
3. Peel and thinly slice the potatoes using a mandolin or sharp knife. Keep slices as uniform as possible for even cooking.
4. In a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, layer half of the sliced potatoes on the bottom. Add half of the beef mixture. Repeat layers once more.
5. Sprinkle cheddar cheese evenly on top of the layered mixture.
6. Pour milk evenly over the entire casserole and dot the top with cubes of butter.
7. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 15-20 minutes until golden and bubbling.
8. Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Let the casserole rest after baking to help it set.
You can swap in Yukon Gold or red potatoes if preferred.
Add frozen peas, corn, or mushrooms for a veggie boost.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/8 of casserole)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg