Oven Baked Cheesy Beef and Potato Casserole

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
• 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
• Chopped parsley, for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Cook beef mixture:
   • In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the onion until translucent.
   • Add ground beef and garlic, cook until browned. Drain excess grease.
3. Make the sauce:
   • In a bowl, mix together the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, milk, salt, pepper, and paprika.
4. Layer the casserole:
   • Spread half of the sliced potatoes in the bottom of the prepared dish.
   • Top with half of the beef mixture, half of the sauce, and 1 cup of cheddar cheese.
   • Repeat the layers: potatoes, beef, sauce, and the remaining 1 cup of cheese.
5. Bake:
   • Cover with foil and bake for 60 minutes.
   • Uncover and bake for an additional 15–20 minutes, until potatoes are tender and the cheese is golden and bubbly.
6. Garnish and serve:
   • Let rest for 5–10 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired.