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A close-up of a bubbling ground beef casserole with tender potatoes.

Four-Dinner Ground Beef & Potato Casserole

This hearty casserole features ground beef and potatoes, perfect for a satisfying family dinner. It's designed to provide four servings, making meal planning a breeze.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet or Dutch oven
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • foil

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 lbs lean ground beef
  • 4 medium russet potatoes peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 large onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes undrained
  • 1 cup beef broth (or chicken broth)
  • 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or cheddar-jack blend)
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and boil salted water in a large pot.
  • Add diced potatoes to the boiling water and cook for 5-7 minutes until slightly tender, then drain and set aside.
  • Brown the ground beef in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, breaking it up, and then drain any excess grease.
  • Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes until softened, then stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  • Stir in diced tomatoes, beef broth, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper; simmer for 5 minutes to meld flavors.
  • Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish, then layer half of the par-cooked potatoes, half of the beef mixture, and 1/2 cup of shredded cheese. Repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients.
  • Cover the baking dish loosely with foil and bake for 20 minutes; then remove foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
  • Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving, garnish with fresh parsley, and enjoy your first dinner.

Notes

This casserole is perfect for meal prepping; divide into individual portions for quick and easy dinners throughout the week. Adjust seasonings to your preference, and feel free to use a different cheese blend if desired.