Description
A comforting Cheesy Ground Beef & Potato Casserole that is hearty and perfect for cozy evenings.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lb ground beef (use a good-quality option)
- 2 lbs potatoes (Yukon Gold or russets), thinly sliced
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, plus extra for topping
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
- Cook the ground beef with diced onion in a large skillet over medium heat until beef is browned and onion is translucent. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more. Drain any excess fat and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme.
- Make the cheese sauce by melting butter in the same skillet, whisking in flour for 1 minute, then slowly whisking in milk until smooth. Stir in sour cream and 1 1/2 cups cheese until melted and creamy. Adjust seasoning.
- Layer a layer of sliced potatoes in the bottom of the dish, spoon half the beef mixture over the potatoes, then pour about half the cheese sauce on top. Repeat with the remaining potatoes, beef, and cheese sauce. Finish with extra shredded cheese and optional breadcrumbs.
- Bake covered with foil for 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake 15–20 more minutes until potatoes are tender and top is golden and bubbly. Let rest 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Letting the casserole sit for 10 minutes helps it set. For creamier results, thin the sauce with an extra 1/4 cup milk.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American