Meat and Potato Casserole

Meat and Potato Casserole

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef (or ground pork/turkey)
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3–4 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken)
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or mozzarella)
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt & black pepper, to taste
• Optional: 1/2 cup sour cream for extra creaminess

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Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13 casserole dish.

2. Cook the meat:

   • In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and onion until browned.
   • Drain excess grease, season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.

3. Prepare sauce:

   • In a bowl, whisk together cream of mushroom soup and milk.
   • (Add sour cream if using.)

4. Assemble casserole:

   • Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the dish.
   • Spread half of the beef mixture over them.
   • Pour half of the soup mixture on top.
   • Repeat layers with remaining potatoes, beef, and soup.

5. Top it off:

   • Dot with butter, cover with foil, and bake for 50–55 minutes (until potatoes are tender).
   • Remove foil, sprinkle cheese on top, and bake 10–15 minutes more until golden and bubbly.

6. Serve hot with a side salad or steamed veggies.

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👉 This casserole reheats well and is even better the next day.