Meaty Baked One Dish Dinner

Dive into comfort food bliss with this Meaty Baked One Dish Dinner, a hearty casserole that brings together layers of tender russet potatoes, savory ground beef, and a medley of colorful frozen vegetables, all crowned with golden, melted cheddar cheese. This all-in-one recipe guarantees a complete meal that’s both satisfying and simple to make, with just 20 minutes of prep time before the oven does the rest. The rich and creamy beef gravy, seasoned with paprika and thyme, infuses every bite with cozy, homestyle flavors, while the thinly sliced potatoes bake to perfection. Ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this easy baked dinner feeds six and is sure to become a go-to comfort food classic.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 large russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
• 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, and corn)
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup beef broth
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef, diced onion, and minced garlic. Cook until the beef is browned and the onion is soft, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

Step 3

Stir in the salt, black pepper, paprika, and thyme. Mix well, then remove the skillet from heat.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk the flour into the melted butter until smooth. Gradually stir in the beef broth and heavy cream, ensuring no lumps remain. Add this mixture to the skillet with the beef and mix well.

Step 5

Layer the thinly sliced potatoes evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Step 6

Spoon the beef mixture over the potatoes, spreading it out evenly.

Step 7

Top the beef with a layer of the frozen mixed vegetables.

Step 8

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.

Step 9

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden and the potatoes are fully tender.

Step 10

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2189.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3116.8

Total Fat 197.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 98.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 624.2mg	0%
Sodium 5688.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 200.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.5g	0%
Total Sugars 31.2g
Protein 135.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1076.6mg	0%
Iron 18.0mg	0%
Potassium 4768.2mg	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: 57.0%

Protein: 17.3%

Carbs: 25.7%