Countdown Casserole

Get ready for a crowd-pleasing classic with this hearty and comforting Countdown Casserole! Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this layered dish combines savory ground beef, tangy tomato sauce, tender mixed vegetables, and buttery potatoes for a meal that's as satisfying as it is simple to prepare. Topped with a rich blend of cheddar cheese and breadcrumbs, this casserole bakes to golden, bubbly perfection in just under an hour. With its creamy, crispy layers and balance of textures, Countdown Casserole is a complete, wholesome dinner that serves six and is sure to become a staple in your menu rotation. Keywords: Countdown Casserole, easy casserole recipe, ground beef casserole, layered dinner recipe, family-friendly dinner, cheesy casserole.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 15 ounces tomato sauce
• 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
• 3 large potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.25 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, diced onion, and minced garlic until the meat is browned and the onion is softened. Drain any excess fat.

Step 3

Stir in the salt, black pepper, and tomato sauce. Allow the mixture to simmer for 5 minutes, then remove from heat.

Step 4

Spread the ground beef mixture evenly on the bottom of the prepared casserole dish as the first layer.

Step 5

Scatter the frozen mixed vegetables evenly over the beef as the second layer.

Step 6

Arrange the thinly sliced potatoes over the vegetables as the third layer, ensuring they overlap slightly to cover the surface.

Step 7

In a medium bowl, combine the shredded cheddar cheese, milk, and melted butter. Spread this mixture over the potato layer as the fourth layer.

Step 8

Sprinkle breadcrumbs evenly over the cheese mixture as the fifth and final layer.

Step 9

Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden and crispy, and the potatoes are tender.

Step 11

Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Countdown Casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2560.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3423.1

Total Fat 188.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 97.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 630.8mg	0%
Sodium 5678.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 282.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.4g	0%
Total Sugars 41.0g
Protein 164.8g	0%

Vitamin D 40.8IU	0%
Calcium 2077.1mg	0%
Iron 21.0mg	0%
Potassium 5886.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.7%

Protein: 18.9%

Carbs: 32.4%