Three in One Casserole
Introducing the ultimate comfort food trifecta: the Three in One Casserole! This hearty and versatile dish layers savory seasoned ground beef, creamy mashed potatoes, and a vibrant medley of mixed vegetables topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this casserole combines bold flavors with a streamlined cooking process to deliver a crowd-pleasing meal in under an hour. Its balanced blend of protein, starch, and veggies makes it a complete meal in one dish. Whether you're looking to satisfy picky eaters or simply indulge in homestyle goodness, this casserole is as convenient as it is delicious. Don't miss your chance to elevate your dinner game with this comforting classic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 3 cups mashed potatoes (prepared, or from 1.5 pounds of potatoes)
- 0.25 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn, etc.)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently.
Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
Season the beef mixture with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well and transfer the cooked meat to the bottom of a lightly greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it out to form an even layer.
If preparing mashed potatoes from scratch, boil peeled and cubed potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain, then mash with milk and butter until smooth. Season with salt to taste.
Spread the mashed potatoes over the meat layer in the baking dish, smoothing it into an even layer with a spatula.
In a medium bowl, mix the frozen mixed vegetables with half of the shredded cheddar cheese.
Spread the vegetable and cheese mixture over the mashed potato layer in the baking dish.
Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
480 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.5 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.6 g | 73% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 88 mg | 29% | |
| Sodium | 723 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.5 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.0 g | ||
| Protein | 21.9 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 201 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 606 mg | 13% | |
*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.
