Cheesy Potato & Ground Beef Casserole

Prep Time: 25 minutes | Cook Time: 55 minutes | Serves: 6–8

This Cheesy Potato & Ground Beef Casserole is the ultimate comfort food. Layers of tender potatoes, seasoned ground beef, and a creamy cheese sauce bake together into a golden, bubbling dish. Every bite is hearty, cheesy, and full of flavor. The secret? Thinly slicing the potatoes so they cook evenly and soaking up all the savory juices from the beef and sauce.

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ lbs potatoes, thinly sliced

  • 1 lb ground beef

  • 1 onion, finely chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 teaspoon paprika

  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano

  • ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella blend)

  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

For the Sauce:

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

  • 2 ½ cups milk

  • ½ teaspoon nutmeg (optional)

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

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