Cheesy Potato and Meat Casserole
Golden fried potato rounds layered with seasoned ground beef, colorful peppers, and a thick blanket of melted mozzarella. A satisfying one-pan casserole with crispy edges and stretchy cheese.
Equipment
- 1 | Large skillet with lid |
- 1 | Spatula or tongs |
- 1 | Knife and cutting board |
- 1 | Measuring spoons |
Ingredients
- 2 | lbs | potatoes | sliced into rounds
- 1 | lb | ground beef |
- 1 | | red onion | diced
- 1 | | red bell pepper | diced
- 1 | | yellow bell pepper | diced
- 1 | | green bell pepper | diced
- 2 | cups | shredded mozzarella |
- 3 | tbsp | oil | for frying
- 1 | tsp | salt |
- 0.5 | tsp | black pepper |
- 1 | tsp | paprika |
Instructions
- Heat oil and fry potato rounds until golden on both sides; set aside.
- Sauté diced onion and bell peppers until softened.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Season with salt, pepper, and paprika; stir well.
- Layer fried potatoes in the bottom of the skillet.
- Spoon the meat and pepper mixture over the potatoes.
- Top with shredded mozzarella and cover to melt.
- Rest a few minutes, then slice and serve hot.