Noah's Ark

Embark on a flavorful journey with "Noah's Ark," a hearty layered casserole that brings together the best of comfort food. This vibrant dish features a harmonious blend of ground beef and lamb, layered with tender rounds of potatoes, sweet potatoes, zucchini, and carrots, all infused with aromatic spices like paprika and cumin. A rich tomato-based sauce ties it all together, while a golden topping of cheddar cheese and breadcrumbs adds the perfect crunch. Slow-baked to perfection with a touch of beef stock to keep it moist and flavorful, this casserole is ideal for family dinners or special gatherings. Easy to prepare yet stunning in presentation, "Noah's Ark" offers a delicious balance of textures and rich, savory flavors that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Perfect for showcasing ground meat recipes, layered casseroles, or comforting dinners, this dish guarantees satisfaction with every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:120 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 g ground beef
• 500 g ground lamb
• 2 large carrots
• 2 medium zucchini
• 3 medium potatoes
• 2 medium sweet potatoes
• 1 large onion
• 3 units garlic cloves
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 3 tbsp tomato paste
• 400 g (1 can) diced tomatoes
• 500 ml beef stock
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme
• 1 tsp ground paprika
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1.5 tsp (adjust to taste) salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 200 g shredded cheddar cheese
• 100 g breadcrumbs

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2

Peel and slice the potatoes and sweet potatoes into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Set them aside in water to prevent browning.

Step 3

Finely dice the onion and mince the garlic. Peel and thinly slice the carrots and zucchini rounds.

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion and garlic until soft and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Add the ground beef and lamb to the skillet. Brown the meat, breaking it into crumbles, for about 8-10 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 6

Stir in the tomato paste, diced tomatoes, thyme sprigs, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 7

In a separate pot, boil the potato and sweet potato slices for 5-7 minutes until tender but not fully cooked. Drain and set aside.

Step 8

Drizzle a 9x13-inch baking dish with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Spread a thin layer of the meat mixture at the bottom of the dish.

Step 9

Layer the casserole with alternating rounds of potato, sweet potato, zucchini, and carrot slices. Spoon some meat mixture over each layer, repeating until you run out of ingredients. End with a layer of meat on top.

Step 10

Pour the beef stock evenly over the layers in the casserole dish to keep it moist during baking.

Step 11

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese across the top, followed by an even layer of breadcrumbs.

Step 12

Cover the casserole with aluminum foil and bake in the oven for 45 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.

Step 13

Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra thyme if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(163521.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	30845.3

Total Fat 706.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 178.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.4g
Cholesterol 1048.3mg	0%
Sodium 198666.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 5894.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3078.7g	0%
Total Sugars 4160.0g
Protein 1571.0g	0%

Vitamin D 20IU	0%
Calcium 54859.9mg	0%
Iron 949.5mg	0%
Potassium 314269.9mg	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: 17.6%

Protein: 17.3%

Carbs: 65.1%