Creamy Beef & Potato Bake Recipe

Name: Creamy Beef & Potato Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced; ¼ cup butter, divided; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 zucchini, sliced; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon pepper; 1 onion, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon italian seasoning; 1 lb lean ground beef; ½ cup prepared pasta sauce; 2 cups milk, divided; ¼ cup all-purpose flour; 1 ½ cups grated cheddar cheese

Servings: persons

3 potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
¼ cup butter, divided
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 zucchini, sliced
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
1 lb lean ground beef
½ cup prepared pasta sauce
2 cups milk, divided
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups grated cheddar cheese

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["Preheat oven to 375 degrees.", "In skillet, melt 2 tbsps.", "of the butter and oil.", "Add potatoes and cook over medium-low heat for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.", "Add zucchini, salt and pepper.", "Cook until zucchini is tender.", "Spoon vegetable mixture into 13"" x 9"" baking dish, set aside.", "In skillet, cook onion and seasoning until onion is tender.", "Add ground beef, cook and stir until beef loses its pink colour.", "Stir in tomato sauce and 1/2 c.", "of the milk.", "Spoon meat mixture over vegetable layer in dish.", "Melt remaining butter, stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.", "Gradually whisk in remaining milk.", "Cook and stir until sauce comes to a boil and thickens.", "Stir in cheddar cheese.", "Pour sauce over meat layer.", "Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown.", "Let stand for 10 minutes before serving."]

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced, ¼ cup butter, divided, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 2 zucchini, sliced, and more.

Yes, Creamy Beef & Potato Bake falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Creamy Beef & Potato Bake

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