Cheesy Ground Beef and Potato Casserole is a hearty comfort dish—layers of seasoned beef, tender potatoes, and melted cheese baked together until bubbly and golden.
🥘 What it is
A filling casserole combining:
- Ground beef
- Sliced or diced potatoes
- Creamy sauce
- Lots of melted cheese
Think of it as a cross between a meat-and-potatoes dinner and a cheesy bake.
🍳 Ingredients
- 500g ground beef
- 3–4 medium potatoes (thinly sliced or diced)
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar works great)
- 1 cup milk or Heavy cream
- 1 can cream soup (optional, like mushroom or chicken)
- 1 tsp garlic
- Salt, pepper, paprika
👩🍳 How to make it
1. Cook the beef
- Brown the ground beef in a pan
- Add onion, garlic, salt, and pepper
2. Prep potatoes
- Slice thin for faster cooking
- You can lightly boil them for 5 minutes to soften (optional)
3. Layer the casserole
In a greased baking dish:
- Layer potatoes
- Add beef mixture
- Sprinkle cheese
- Repeat layers
4. Add liquid
- Pour milk or heavy cream (and soup if using) over everything
- This keeps it moist and helps cook the potatoes
5. Bake
- Cover with foil and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 45 minutes
- Remove foil, add extra cheese, bake 15–20 more minutes until golden
🍽️ Tips
- Covering first prevents drying out
- Thin potato slices cook more evenly
- Add veggies like peas or carrots for balance
😋 What it tastes like
Creamy, cheesy, and savory with soft potatoes and rich beef—classic comfort food.
If you want, I can give you a quick stovetop version or a healthier version with fewer calories.
