Description
A cozy, family-friendly dinner that layers savory ground beef, creamy mashed potatoes, and a blanket of melted cheddar cheese into one easy-to-make casserole. It’s the ultimate comfort food, perfect for any night of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
1 1/2 pounds ground beef
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
2 large eggs
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
3 cups mashed potatoes (prepared)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Press the meat mixture evenly into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until meat is cooked through.
- Carefully spread mashed potatoes over the cooked meat layer.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the mashed potatoes.
- Return to oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.