Hearty Potato and Meat Bake This comforting casserole features layers of savory meat, tender potatoes, and creamy goodness, making it a perfect dish for family gatherings or cozy nights at home. Ingredients: 1 lb. lean ground beef or venison 1 onion, chopped 1 tsp each of any of these optional: garlic powder, paprika, rosemary Salt and pepper to taste 3 cups thinly sliced potatoes about 5 potatoes 1 1/2 cups cream of mushroom soup or 1 can, may affect gluten-free status 1/2 cup stock any kind 1/4 cup milk or cream 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese Directions: Preheat oven to 350F and grease an 11x7 inch glass baking dish. Cook onions and ground meat in a medium frying pan until done. Add seasonings and pepper. Drain any grease. In a bowl, mix together soup, stock, milk, salt, and pepper. Layer half the potatoes in the baking dish, pour some soup mixture over them, then add half the meat and half the cheese. Repeat layers. Cover with greased aluminum foil grease side down and bake for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, or until potatoes are tender. Prep Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: 1 to 1.5 hours Total Time: 1.5 to 2 hours Kcal: 530 kcal Servings: 6 servings
