Classic Meat and Potato Casserole

Here’s a hearty and comforting Classic Meat and Potato Casserole — the kind of dish that feels like home. Tender potatoes, seasoned ground beef, and a creamy or cheesy sauce all baked together until bubbly and golden.

🥘🥔 Classic Meat and Potato Casserole

✅ Ingredients:

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef

• 1 small onion, chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 4–5 medium potatoes, thinly sliced

• 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese

• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken)

• ½ cup milk

• Salt & pepper to taste

• 1 tsp dried parsley (optional)

• 1 tsp paprika (optional, for flavor and color)

• Butter or cooking spray, for greasing the dish

🥣 Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

2. Cook the beef:

   • In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and onions until browned.

   • Add garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook for 1–2 more minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.

3. Prepare the sauce:

   • In a bowl, mix the soup and milk until smooth. Stir in dried parsley if using.

4. Assemble the casserole:

   • Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the bottom of the dish.

   • Spread half of the cooked beef mixture over the potatoes.

   • Pour half of the soup mixture over the beef.

   • Repeat with the remaining potatoes, beef, and soup mixture.

   • Cover tightly with foil.

5. Bake:

   • Bake covered for 60–70 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.

6. Add cheese & finish:

   • Remove foil, sprinkle shredded cheddar on top.

   • Return to oven and bake uncovered for 15 more minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.

✅ Optional Add-ins:

• Frozen peas or corn between layers

• Swap beef for ground turkey or ground sausage

• Use cream of celery soup for a different twist

🥄 Serving Tip:

Let rest for 10 minutes before serving for cleaner slices.