Rustic Beef Potato Casserole (Print)
Layered comfort food with ground beef, potatoes and cheese, baked in a creamy sauce and topped with crispy onions.
# Ingredients:
→ Meat and Dairy
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450g lean ground beef
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225g cheddar cheese, grated
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60ml milk
→ Vegetables
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1 small yellow onion, finely diced
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4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
→ Canned Goods
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1 can (285g) cream of chicken soup
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1 can (285g) cream of potato soup
→ Seasonings and Toppings
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5ml Worcestershire sauce
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5ml Creole seasoning
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80g crispy French fried onions
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
# Directions:
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Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F).
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Spread ground beef evenly in a 25cm cast iron skillet or small casserole dish. Season with salt and pepper.
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Sprinkle diced onions over the beef layer. Arrange sliced potatoes in an even layer on top of the onions. Distribute grated cheddar cheese evenly over the potatoes.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together cream of chicken soup, cream of potato soup, Worcestershire sauce, milk, and Creole seasoning until well combined.
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Pour the soup mixture evenly over the cheese layer, ensuring complete coverage.
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Cover the skillet with aluminum foil and bake for 90 minutes until potatoes are tender.
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Remove foil, sprinkle with crispy fried onions, and broil for 2-3 minutes until onions are golden brown and crisp.
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Remove from oven and allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
# Notes:
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This hearty casserole can be prepared ahead and refrigerated before baking. Add 15 minutes to the cooking time if baking from cold.
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For authentic campfire cooking, this can be prepared in a Dutch oven over coals, rotating occasionally for even cooking.