Italian Beef and Potato Casserole
Get ready for comfort food at its finest with this hearty Italian Beef and Potato Casserole! Layered with tender slices of russet potatoes, savory ground beef, and a rich tomato-based sauce infused with garlic, onions, and classic Italian herbs, this baked casserole is topped with bubbling mozzarella and parmesan cheese for the ultimate cheesy indulgence. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner, this one-pan dish is as satisfying as it is simple to prepare, featuring budget-friendly ingredients and minimal prep time. Serve it fresh from the oven with a crisp side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal that’s sure to become a family favorite. Whether you're looking for an easy comfort food recipe or a flavorful addition to your dinner rotation, this casserole delivers bold Italian flavors in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 4 medium russet potatoes
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray or olive oil.
Peel the russet potatoes and slice them into thin rounds, about 1/4-inch thick. Set them aside in a bowl of cold water to prevent browning.
Dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 7-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
Remove the beef from the skillet and set it aside. Lower the heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Sauté the onions until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic to the onions and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juice), tomato paste, basil, oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet and mix well. Remove the skillet from the heat.
Drain the sliced potatoes and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
In the prepared casserole dish, layer half of the potato slices in an even layer. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Spread half of the beef mixture evenly over the potato layer, followed by 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese.
Repeat the layers with the remaining potatoes, a pinch of salt and pepper, the rest of the beef mixture, and the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese.
Sprinkle the parmesan cheese evenly over the top layer.
Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the cheese is bubbling and golden brown.
Allow the casserole to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional parmesan or fresh basil if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3004 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 172.4 g | 221% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.9 g | 370% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 526 mg | 175% | |
| Sodium | 5095 mg | 222% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 196.9 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.9 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.9 g | ||
| Protein | 167.4 g | 335% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2443 mg | 188% | |
| Iron | 19.8 mg | 110% | |
| Potassium | 6280 mg | 134% | |
*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.
