A cozy, one-pan dinner layered with ground beef, sliced potatoes, creamy cheese sauce, and a golden cheddar topping. Comfort food made easy for weeknights or family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef
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1 small onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
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2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1½ cups milk
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½ cup beef broth
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2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
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½ teaspoon paprika
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¼ teaspoon dried thyme
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Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13″ baking dish.
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Brown ground beef in a skillet. Add onion, garlic, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook until softened. Drain excess fat.
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In same pan, melt butter. Whisk in flour and cook 1 minute. Add milk and broth, whisking until thickened. Stir in 1 cup cheese.
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Layer half the potatoes in dish. Add half the beef, then half the cheese sauce. Repeat layers.
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Top with remaining 1 cup shredded cheese.
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Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes. Uncover and bake 20–25 minutes more until golden and bubbling.
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Rest 10 minutes before serving.