The Ultimate Cheesy Ground Beef & Potato Casserole: One-Pan Comfort! (Print Version)
How to make Cheesy Ground Beef & Potato Casserole with savory beef, tender potatoes, and gooey cheese that your whole family will absolutely love.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 20-25 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 35-40 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 8-10 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Meat-based
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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1 ½ pounds lean ground beef (80/20)
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2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
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2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
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1 large yellow onion, chopped
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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2 cups beef broth (low sodium)
→ Flavor Builders
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 tablespoons tomato paste
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1 cup whole milk
→ Seasonings & Spices
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1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
→ Finishing Touches
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¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
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2 tablespoons fresh green onions, sliced
# Instructions:
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Start by browning your lean ground beef with olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Drain excess fat. Add chopped yellow onion and minced garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant. This builds the flavorful foundation for your One-Pan Cheesy Ground Beef & Potato Casserole.
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Stir in tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce with the beef mixture, cooking for 1 minute to deepen the flavors. Sprinkle in all-purpose flour, stirring for another minute until fully incorporated, creating a rich base for the delicious sauce that will bind everything together.
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Gradually whisk in beef broth and whole milk until smooth. Stir in kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, and dried thyme. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, cooking for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly, ensuring it coats the beef beautifully.
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Arrange half of the thinly sliced Yukon Gold potatoes over the beef mixture in the skillet. Top with half of the shredded sharp cheddar cheese. Repeat layers with the remaining potatoes and cheese, ensuring even distribution for your One-Pan Cheesy Ground Beef & Potato Casserole.
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Cover the skillet tightly with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 35-40 minutes, or until potatoes are tender when pierced. Remove foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
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Let the One-Pan Cheesy Ground Beef & Potato Casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish generously with fresh chopped parsley and sliced fresh green onions. This comforting dish is now ready to be a delicious hug in a bowl.
# Notes:
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Don't remove foil too early during baking; ensure potatoes are fork-tender to prevent undercooked results.
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Store cooled Cheesy Beef & Potato Casserole leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
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Always use shredded sharp cheddar cheese for a robust, gooey flavor; mild cheddar lacks the desired intensity.
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Serve this comforting casserole warm, straight from the skillet, alongside a crisp green salad or crusty bread.
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Prepare beef mixture and slice potatoes up to two days ahead; store components separately for fresh assembly.
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Caramelize tomato paste for two minutes before adding liquids to significantly deepen and enhance the sauce's flavor.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Oven
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Stove
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Large oven-safe skillet
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Cutting board
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Sharp knife
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Vegetable peeler
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Whisk
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Spatula or wooden spoon
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Measuring cups
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Measuring spoons
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Aluminum foil
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Oven mitts
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Fork
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Serving spoon
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 360
Total Fat: 16g
Total Carbohydrate: 30g
Protein: 21g