A hearty and comforting casserole made with layers of tender potatoes, seasoned ground beef, and a creamy sauce, all topped with melted cheese. This dish is perfect for family dinners or potlucks, and it's easily customizable with different proteins or potato varieties.
Course casserole, Comfort Food, Dinner, Family-Style, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 8servings
Calories 500kcal
Ingredients
2lbsground beef93% lean, 7% fat
1 1/4cuponionchopped
3clovesgarlicminced
3Russet potatoessliced into 1/4” rounds, skin on
1cupmozzarella cheeseshredded
1cupsharp cheddar cheeseshredded
2tspWorcestershire sauce
1tspgarlic powder
1/2tsponion powder
1tsppaprika
to tastesalt and pepper
1cupmilkplant-based or whole
1/2cupbeef broth
3/4cupGreek yogurt
2 1/2tbspbutter
2 1/2tbspgluten-free all-purpose flour
to tastesalt and pepperfor cream sauce
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Break up the meat as it cooks to get an even texture. Drain the fat.
Add chopped onion and garlic to the skillet. Cook until onions are soft and fragrant. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Mix well and set aside.
In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in gluten-free all-purpose flour to make a roux.
Gradually whisk in milk and beef broth until smooth and slightly thickened. Remove from heat and stir in Greek yogurt. Season with salt and pepper.
Layer half of the sliced potatoes at the bottom of the baking dish. Spread half of the ground beef mixture over the potatoes, then pour half of the cream sauce on top.
Repeat with another layer of potatoes, ground beef, and cream sauce.
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and sharp cheddar cheese on top. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45-50 minutes, until potatoes are tender.
Remove foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly. Broil for 2-3 minutes for a crispier top.
Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy with a side salad or garlic bread.
Notes
For a lighter version, try using ground turkey or chicken. Swap Russet potatoes for sweet potatoes for a sweeter flavor.