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A hearty loaded potato and meatloaf casserole layered with seasoned ground beef, tender potatoes, melted cheddar cheese, and fresh parsley, baked until golden and bubbling.

Cheesy Beef & Potato Casserole

Hearty layered casserole with a seasoned ground beef base, thinly sliced potatoes, and a golden cheddar topping. Comforting, filling, and perfect for weeknights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Beef Layer
  • 1.5 lbs ground beef
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • Potato Layer
  • 4 –5 medium russet potatoes thinly sliced
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup butter melted
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish, foil

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13 baking dish.
  2. Mix ground beef, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, salt, pepper, and paprika until just combined. Press into the dish.
  3. Layer thinly sliced potatoes over the beef, seasoning with salt and pepper.
  4. Whisk sour cream and melted butter; drizzle over potatoes.
  5. Cover with foil and bake 45 minutes.
  6. Uncover, top with cheese, and bake 20–25 minutes more until cheese is golden and potatoes are tender.
  7. Rest 5 minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve.

Notes

lice potatoes thinly for even cooking. Do not overmix the beef. Cover for the first bake so potatoes steam. Freshly shredded cheese melts best. Rest before serving for cleaner slices.