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Cheesy Ground Beef & Potato Casserole (One-Pan Dinner!)


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  • Author: James Carter
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

A comforting and easy one-pan dinner featuring savory ground beef, tender potatoes, and a delicious cheesy topping. Perfect for busy weeknights!


Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound lean ground beef (85% lean or 90% lean)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes, scrubbed and thinly sliced (about 1/8 inch thick)
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. 2. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned; drain excess grease.
  3. 3. Add onion to the skillet and cook until softened (5-7 minutes). Stir in garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme; cook for 1 minute.
  4. 4. Pour in beef broth, scraping up browned bits. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. 5. Arrange thinly sliced potatoes evenly over the beef mixture in the skillet (or transfer beef to prepared baking dish first).
  6. 6. Cover skillet/dish tightly with aluminum foil.
  7. 7. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender.
  8. 8. Remove foil and sprinkle cheeses evenly over potatoes.
  9. 9. Return to oven, uncovered, and bake for 5-8 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  10. 10. Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley, if desired.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in a conventional oven at 350°F (175°C) until heated through, or in the microwave covered with a damp paper towel.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 500
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 32g