It’s been decades since this dish fell out of fashion which means many modern diners haven’t had it
This Hearty Meat and Potato Casserole is a comforting and satisfying dish perfect for family dinners. Layers of tender potatoes, flavorful ground beef, and a creamy mushroom sauce are topped with melted cheese, creating a warm and delicious meal.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Ground beef | 1 pound |
| Potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced | 5 |
| Yellow onion, chopped | 1 |
| Cream of mushroom soup | 1 can |
| Heavy whipping cream | 1/4 cup |
| Dried rosemary | 1 teaspoon |
| Beef broth | 1/2 cup |
| Garlic powder | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Shredded cheese (cheddar) | 1 1/2 cups |
| Salt | To taste |
| Black pepper | To taste |
Instructions:
- Prepare Ingredients: Slice potatoes, chop onion, and shred cheese.
- Cook Ground Beef: Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
- Sauté Onion: In the same skillet, sauté chopped onion until soft.
- Mix Creamy Sauce: In a bowl, combine mushroom soup, cream, beef broth, rosemary, and garlic powder.
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Layer Casserole:
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Grease baking dish. - Layer: potatoes, ground beef, onion, half of the creamy sauce.
Repeat layers, ending with potatoes.
Pour remaining creamy sauce over top. - Bake (Covered): Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Add Cheese: Remove foil, sprinkle cheese, and bake uncovered for 15 minutes, until cheese is melted.
- Rest and Serve: Let rest a few minutes before serving.
