Here is a classic, hearty Meat & Potato Casserole recipe that is comforting, filling, and perfect for family meals. It can be made with beef, chicken, or minced meat.
Meat & Potato Casserole
Preparation Time
20 minutes
Baking Time
60–70 minutes
Servings
4–6
Ingredients
Meat Layer
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Ground beef or minced meat – 500 g (1 lb)
(you can also use minced chicken or lamb) -
Onion – 1 large, finely chopped
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Garlic – 3 cloves, minced
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Oil – 2 tablespoons
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Salt – 1 teaspoon (or to taste)
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Black pepper – ½ teaspoon
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Paprika – 1 teaspoon
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Dried oregano or Italian seasoning – 1 teaspoon
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Tomato paste – 2 tablespoons
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Beef or chicken stock – ½ cup
Potato Layer
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Potatoes – 4–5 medium, peeled and thinly sliced
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Salt – ½ teaspoon
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Black pepper – ¼ teaspoon
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Cream or milk – ½ cup
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Butter – 2 tablespoons, melted
Topping (Optional but Recommended)
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Cheddar or mozzarella cheese – 1½ cups, grated
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Breadcrumbs – ¼ cup (optional for crunch)
Directions
Step 1: Prepare the Meat Filling
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Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
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Add chopped onion and sauté until soft.
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Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
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Add minced meat and cook until browned.
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Stir in salt, pepper, paprika, oregano, tomato paste, and stock.
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Simmer for 5–7 minutes until slightly thick.
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Remove from heat.
Step 2: Prepare the Potatoes
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In a bowl, mix potato slices with salt, pepper, cream/milk, and melted butter.
Step 3: Assemble the Casserole
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Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
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Grease a baking dish.
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Spread meat mixture evenly at the bottom.
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Layer seasoned potato slices on top.
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Cover tightly with foil.
Step 4: Bake
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Bake covered for 40 minutes.
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Remove foil, sprinkle cheese and breadcrumbs on top.
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Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes until potatoes are tender and top is golden.
Step 5: Rest and Serve
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Let casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Tips for Best Results
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Slice potatoes thinly for even cooking.
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Cover tightly during first bake to steam potatoes.
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Use stock for deeper flavor.
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Let rest to set layers before slicing.
Variations
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Creamy Version: Add ½ cup white sauce or mushroom soup.
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Spicy Version: Add chili flakes or green chilies.
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Vegetable Add-in: Add carrots, peas, or corn.
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No-Cheese Version: Skip cheese and add extra butter on top.
Storage
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Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days.
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Reheat in oven or microwave.