Description
This Hearty Beef and Potato Casserole is the ultimate comfort food—layers of seasoned ground beef, creamy mashed potatoes, and golden cheddar cheese come together for a satisfying and family-friendly meal. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or as a cozy make-ahead dish.
Ingredients
1 ½ pounds ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups potatoes, peeled and cubed (Yukon Gold or Russet)
4 tablespoons butter
½ cup milk
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon smoked paprika (or regular paprika)
½ cup beef broth
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1. Peel and boil the potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15 minutes.
2. Drain the potatoes well, then mash with butter, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth. Set aside.
3. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink.
4. Add chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onions are soft and fragrant, about 3–4 minutes.
5. Stir in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
6. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
7. In a greased 9×13-inch casserole dish, layer the beef mixture evenly on the bottom.
8. Spoon the mashed potatoes over the beef layer and smooth the top with a spatula.
9. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the mashed potatoes.
10. Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbling.
11. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving, if desired.
Notes
For the creamiest mashed potatoes, let them steam dry after draining before adding butter and milk.
To make ahead, assemble the casserole and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
For added flavor, stir in vegetables like peas, carrots, or green beans into the beef layer.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (approx. 1/6 of casserole)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 580
- Fat: 28
- Saturated Fat: 14
- Unsaturated Fat: 12
- Trans Fat: 0.5
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 25
- Cholesterol: 95
Keywords: beef casserole, mashed potatoes, comfort food, cheesy bake