Hague Bluff
Savor the ultimate comfort food experience with Hague Bluff, a hearty casserole that layers flavors to perfection. This indulgent dish combines savory ground beef, spicy Italian sausage, and tender russet potatoes, all brought together with a rich butter-cream sauce and gooey sharp cheddar cheese. Enhanced with aromatic garlic, paprika, and oregano, every bite bursts with warmth and spice. Baked to golden perfection, this family-friendly recipe will have everyone heading back for seconds. Ready in just over an hour, Hague Bluff is ideal for weeknight dinners or potluck gatherings. Serve with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a finishing touch that adds color and brightness to this irresistible one-pan wonder.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 0.5 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
- 1 yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and Italian sausage over medium heat until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Break up the meat as it cooks with a wooden spoon. Drain any excess fat and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Return the cooked meat to the skillet and stir in the paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a small saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over low heat. Gradually whisk in the heavy cream and heat until just warm. Do not let it boil.
Layer one-third of the sliced potatoes on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Spread half of the meat mixture evenly over the potatoes.
Sprinkle 3/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the meat layer, then pour one-third of the butter-cream mixture over the top.
Repeat with another layer of potatoes, the remaining meat mixture, another 3/4 cup of cheese, and another one-third of the butter-cream mixture.
Finish with a final layer of potatoes, the remaining cheddar cheese, and the last of the butter-cream mixture.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.
Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4297 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 350.7 g | 450% | |
| Saturated Fat | 179.3 g | 896% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1085 mg | 362% | |
| Sodium | 6428 mg | 279% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 106.5 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.4 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.5 g | ||
| Protein | 174.9 g | 350% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 1786 mg | 137% | |
| Iron | 16.9 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 3998 mg | 85% | |
*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.
