Potato-Topped Beef Casserole Recipe

Name: Potato-Topped Beef Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 medium russet potatoes (peeled, sliced and cooked); 2 lbs lean ground beef; 4 tablespoons butter, divided; 1 large onion, chopped; 1 tablespoon garlic (or to taste); 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped; 1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped; 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (optional); salt and pepper (I use seasoned salt); 2 -4 tablespoons cooking sherry (or use red wine); 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; 1/4 cup milk (I use whipping cream or buttermilk); 1/2 cup swiss cheese, shredded

Servings: persons

4 medium russet potatoes (peeled, sliced and cooked)
2 lbs lean ground beef
4 tablespoons butter, divided
1 large onion, chopped
1 tablespoon garlic (or to taste)
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (optional)
salt and pepper (I use seasoned salt)
2 -4 tablespoons cooking sherry (or use red wine)
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup milk (I use whipping cream or buttermilk)
1/2 cup swiss cheese, shredded

1
Set oven to 350 degrees; Butter a 2-1/2 quart baking dish.
2
In a heavy skillet, brown the ground beef in 2 tbsp butter, then add in onion, garlic, red and green bell pepper; saute until soft, spoon off excess fat.
3
Add in Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, sherry, parsley; saute another 5 minutes.
4
Spread the mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
5
To the cooked potatoes, add the remaining butter and milk, beat or mix until smooth; season with salt to taste and black pepper if desired.
6
Spread the potatoes over meat mixture evenly, making sure corners are covered well (use a spoon to push potato mixture tightly around sides and corners).
7
Sprinkle top with grated cheddar cheese (or you can use Parmesan cheese in place of cheddar) bake, uncovered for approximately 25-30 minutes, or until potatoes and cheese are lightly browned.

868

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Protein

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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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: 4 medium russet potatoes (peeled, sliced and cooked), 2 lbs lean ground beef, 4 tablespoons butter, divided, 1 large onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Potato-Topped Beef Casserole falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Potato-Topped Beef Casserole

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