Hearty Ground Beef Casserole (Print-Friendly Version)

Layers of browned beef, sliced potatoes, creamy sauce, and melted cheddar make a hearty dish.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Meat

01 - 450 g ground beef

→ Vegetables

02 - 5 medium potatoes, thinly sliced

→ Dairy & Sauces

03 - 1 can (303 g) cream of mushroom soup
04 - 1 can (303 g) cream of chicken soup
05 - 1 can (340 g) evaporated milk
06 - 120 ml whole milk
07 - 190 g shredded cheddar cheese

→ Seasonings

08 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Other

09 - Cooking spray or butter for greasing

# Detailed Directions:

01 - Set oven temperature to 190°C (375°F).
02 - Cook ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat, then season with salt and pepper.
03 - Grease a 23x33 cm (9×13 inch) baking dish with cooking spray or butter. Arrange half of the sliced potatoes evenly on the bottom.
04 - Distribute half of the cooked ground beef over the potatoes. In a bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, evaporated milk, and whole milk; pour half of this mixture evenly over the beef.
05 - Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese over the sauce layer.
06 - Repeat the layering process with the remaining potatoes, ground beef, sauce mixture, and cheese.
07 - Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 60 minutes.
08 - Remove foil and continue baking for an additional 30 minutes until potatoes are tender and the top is golden and bubbling.
09 - Allow the casserole to rest for 10 minutes before serving.

# Helpful Advice:

01 - For enhanced flavor, add sliced onions between layers. Using mozzarella or a cheese blend yields a milder taste. Store leftovers in an airtight container refrigerated for up to 3 days.