Description
Hearty ground beef and potatoes casserole brings comfort straight from grandma’s kitchen. Savory layers of seasoned meat and creamy potato slices promise a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1 pound (450 grams) ground beef
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 medium potatoes, diced into 1/2-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Optional Topping:
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet with olive oil over medium-high temperature, creating a sizzling cooking surface for the ground beef.
- Introduce the ground beef into the hot skillet, methodically breaking it apart while cooking until it achieves a rich, caramelized brown color. Drain any accumulated fat for optimal texture.
- Relocate the browned beef to one side of the skillet, then incorporate remaining olive oil to sauté diced onions and minced garlic until they release their aromatic essence.
- Integrate diced potatoes and the ensemble of seasonings – salt, pepper, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes – thoroughly mixing to ensure even distribution of flavors.
- Pour beef broth and Worcestershire sauce into the skillet, creating a savory liquid base. Cover and allow the mixture to gently simmer, occasionally stirring, until potatoes become fork-tender and absorb the rich liquid.
- Uncover the skillet and continue cooking briefly to evaporate any remaining moisture, concentrating the dish’s flavors and creating a slightly crisp texture.
- For cheese enthusiasts, sprinkle selected cheese over the top and briefly cover, permitting it to melt into a luxurious, creamy layer.
- Finish by adorning with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately while piping hot, presenting a comforting and flavorful one-pan meal.
Notes
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a lighter, healthier alternative that reduces saturated fat intake.
- Dice potatoes uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the dish, preventing some pieces from being undercooked or overly soft.
- Add extra vegetables like bell peppers or carrots to boost nutritional value and create a more complex flavor profile without compromising the dish’s simplicity.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like sharp cheddar or smoked gouda to elevate the overall taste and introduce subtle variations to the classic recipe.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 487
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg