(Hearty, Cheesy & Ultimate Comfort Food!)
✨ Description
This Cheesy Loaded Potato & Beef Bake is a rich, layered casserole packed with seasoned beef, tender potatoes, and loads of melty cheese—finished with a crispy golden top. It’s cozy, filling, and perfect for family dinners or meal prep!
⏱️ Details
Prep: 20 min | Cook: 45–50 min
Total: ~1 hr 10 min
Servings: 6
Kcal: 680 | Protein: 38g
🛒 Ingredients
🥩 Beef Layer:
500g ground beef
1 onion (chopped)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt & black pepper
🥔 Potato Layer:
5–6 potatoes (thinly sliced)
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt & pepper
🧀 Cheese & Cream:
1½ cups shredded cheddar 🧀
1 cup mozzarella
1 cup heavy cream
2 tbsp butter
🌿 Optional Toppings:
Green onions
Crispy bacon bits 🥓
👨🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook beef
Brown beef with onion and garlic
Season with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper
2️⃣ Prep potatoes
Slice potatoes thin
Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper
3️⃣ Layer casserole
In a baking dish:
Layer potatoes → beef → cheese
Repeat layers
Pour heavy cream over the top
4️⃣ Bake
Cover and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 35 minutes
Uncover, add extra cheese
Bake another 10–15 minutes until golden and crispy
5️⃣ Serve
Rest 5–10 minutes before slicing
Top with green onions or bacon bits
😋 Flavor & Experience
Tender potatoes, savory beef, and gooey melted cheese with a crispy golden top—this dish is rich, comforting, and absolutely satisfying 🤤🔥
