Description
A comforting and flavorful casserole featuring seasoned ground beef and tender potatoes baked with a blend of cheeses. Easy to make and perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 or 85/15 recommended for good flavor)
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning
- 3/4 cup water
- 1/2 cup milk (whole or 2% works best)
- 1/4 cup sour cream (full-fat for best results)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: chopped fresh cilantro, diced red onion, sliced jalapeños, avocado slices, salsa, extra sour cream
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- 2. Boil cubed potatoes in salted water for 8-10 minutes until fork-tender. Drain.
- 3. While potatoes boil, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown ground beef, drain grease.
- 4. Add chopped onion to beef, cook until softened (5-7 minutes).
- 5. Stir in minced garlic, cook for 1 minute more.
- 6. Add taco seasoning and 3/4 cup water. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- 7. In a small bowl, whisk milk, sour cream, 1/2 cup cheddar, and 1/4 cup Monterey Jack with salt and pepper.
- 8. Pour cheesy sauce over drained potatoes and stir to coat.
- 9. Spread half the seasoned beef mixture in the baking dish.
- 10. Spoon the seasoned potatoes over the beef layer.
- 11. Spoon the remaining beef mixture over the potatoes.
- 12. Sprinkle remaining 1 cup cheddar and 1/4 cup Monterey Jack cheese over the top.
- 13. Cover dish loosely with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- 14. Remove foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly.
- 15. Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in microwave or oven at 350°F (175°C).
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450-550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g