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Cheesy Ground Beef and Potato Bake

A thick slice of Cheesy Ground Beef and Potato Bake with layers of potatoes, seasoned ground beef, and a browned, melted cheddar cheese topping.
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Make this hearty, cheesy ground beef and potato casserole for a satisfying comfort food meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 4 cups thinly sliced or diced potatoes (about 2 large)
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain off any excess fat.
  3. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, salt, pepper, and thyme. Cook for 1 minute more.
  4. Sprinkle flour over the beef mixture and stir well for 1 minute.
  5. Gradually whisk in beef broth and milk until the mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat and stir in sour cream.
  6. Arrange half of the sliced potatoes in an even layer in the prepared baking dish. Pour half of the beef mixture over the potatoes. Sprinkle with half of the cheddar cheese.
  7. Layer the remaining potatoes over the cheese layer. Top with the remaining beef mixture.
  8. In a small bowl, mix the remaining cheddar cheese and the mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle this cheese blend evenly over the top layer.
  9. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork and the top is bubbly and golden brown.
  10. Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • You can use pre-shredded potatoes if you prefer, but ensure they are very thin for even cooking.
  • For extra flavor, substitute half of the beef broth with dry red wine.
  • This casserole reheats well in the microwave or oven.

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