Easy Cheesy Beef Bake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 medium onion, diced
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 pound ground beef
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2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
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4-5 potatoes, sliced thin
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1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
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1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
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1/2 teaspoon paprika
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Salt and black pepper to your taste
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1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
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1/4 cup milk for extra creaminess (optional)
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1/2 cup beef broth or plain water
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Fresh parsley as garnish (optional)
# Instructions:
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Turn on your oven to 375°F (190°C). Coat a 9×13-inch dish using olive oil or a spray to avoid sticking.
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Warm up olive oil in a large skillet on medium. Add ground beef and crumble it while cooking until it gets nice and brown (around 5-7 minutes). Remove extra grease if necessary.
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Stir chopped onions and minced garlic into the skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the onion looks soft and clear.
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Spread the beef mixture at the bottom of your dish. Add the potato slices on top, sprinkling on paprika, salt, black pepper, and the dried herbs.
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Scatter the cheddar and Parmesan cheeses over the potatoes. Pour the broth or water along the edges. Add a drizzle of milk if you want it creamier.
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Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Take off the foil and keep baking for 15-20 minutes more, till the cheese is bubbly and golden, and the potatoes are fully cooked.
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Give the dish 5 minutes to sit before serving. Sprinkle fresh parsley on top if you'd like.
# Notes:
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Cut the potatoes evenly for consistent cooking.
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Removing the fat keeps the dish lighter and less oily.
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Resting lets everything settle and flavors mix better.