Ground Beef and Potatoes Casserole
A comforting one-dish casserole featuring ground beef, tender potatoes, and a creamy cheddar sauce, perfect for family dinners or potlucks.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 40
- Total Time: 55
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Peel and dice the potatoes, chop the onion, and mince the garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Add the ground beef and season with salt, pepper, thyme, and paprika. Cook until browned.
- Pour in beef broth and simmer for a few minutes to meld flavors. Remove from heat.
- In a bowl, combine diced potatoes with the beef mixture and fold in sour cream and half of the cheddar cheese.
- Transfer to a baking dish, spread evenly, and sprinkle with remaining cheddar cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbling.
- Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For crispy topping, broil for a few minutes after baking. Feel free to substitute ground turkey or Greek yogurt.