Rustic Ground Beef and Potato Bake

Rustic ground beef and potato bake is a comforting and hearty dish that’s perfect for a cozy family dinner. Here’s a recipe to make it:

Ingredients:

• 1 lb (about 450g) lean ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 large potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until softened and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
3. Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
4. Season the beef mixture with salt, pepper, paprika, and dried thyme. Stir to combine and remove from heat.
5. Arrange half of the thinly sliced potatoes in an even layer on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
6. Spread the cooked ground beef mixture evenly over the layer of potatoes.
7. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheese over the ground beef layer.
8. Arrange the remaining sliced potatoes in an even layer on top of the cheese.
9. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese over the top of the potatoes.
10. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
11. After 45 minutes, remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the cheese is golden and bubbly.
12. Remove from the oven and let the rustic ground beef and potato bake cool for a few minutes before serving.
13. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, and serve hot.

Enjoy your comforting and delicious rustic ground beef and potato bake as a satisfying main dish!