10 Layer Meat Veggie and Potato Dish
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this hearty and visually stunning 10 Layer Meat Veggie and Potato Dish. Perfectly seasoned ground beef, vibrant layers of thinly sliced potatoes, carrots, and zucchini, and a rich, creamy white sauce come together in this layered casserole masterpiece, topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese. This recipe strikes the perfect balance between hearty and wholesome, making it a hit for family dinners or gatherings. With every layer offering a unique texture and flavor, the dish is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Easy to prepare and packed with classic ingredients like tomato sauce, paprika, and Italian seasoning, this baked casserole is the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Serve it warm and let your guests savor the comforting, cheesy, and savory goodness in each bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g Ground beef
- 2 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 medium Onion, diced
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 6 medium Potatoes, thinly sliced
- 3 medium Carrots, thinly sliced
- 1 large Zucchini, thinly sliced
- 400 ml Tomato sauce
- 200 g Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 200 ml Milk
- 50 g Butter
- 2 tbsp All-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Stir in the minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, and paprika.
In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk continuously for 1 minute to form a roux.
Slowly pour the milk into the roux while whisking, forming a smooth sauce. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until slightly thickened, then remove from heat and set aside.
Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with butter or cooking spray.
Start layering the ingredients: Place a single layer of sliced potatoes at the bottom of the dish. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Add a layer of the cooked ground beef mixture, followed by a layer of thinly sliced carrots, then zucchini. Repeat until all ingredients are used, aiming for 9 layers.
Pour the tomato sauce evenly over the top layer, followed by the white sauce you prepared earlier.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the dish.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbling.
Let the dish rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow the layers to set.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2922 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 219.8 g | 282% | |
| Saturated Fat | 106.8 g | 534% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 682 mg | 227% | |
| Sodium | 7313 mg | 318% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 98.3 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.5 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.9 g | ||
| Protein | 155.5 g | 311% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.5 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 1953 mg | 150% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 3713 mg | 79% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
