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This dish is always a huge hit with my dinner party guests Recipe

This dish is always a huge hit with my dinner party guests Recipe
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★★★★★

4.9 from 10 reviews

This hearty ground beef and vegetable casserole is a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for dinner parties or family meals. Packed with a colorful medley of potatoes, carrots, celery, corn, and seasoned with thyme and rosemary, it’s topped with melted cheddar cheese for a satisfying finish.

Ingredients

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Meat and Aromatics

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Vegetables

  • 3 cups diced potatoes
  • 2 cups diced carrots
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)

Liquids and Canned Goods

  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 cup beef broth

Cheese

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Spices and Oil

  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
  2. Cook Ground Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and fully cooked. Remove beef with a slotted spoon and set aside to drain excess fat.
  3. Sauté Onion and Garlic: In the same skillet, add chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onions turn translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Cook Vegetables: Add diced potatoes, carrots, and celery to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to soften the vegetables without browning.
  5. Add Remaining Ingredients: Stir in corn kernels, cooked ground beef, diced tomatoes with their juice, and beef broth. Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, dried thyme, and rosemary. Mix well to combine all flavors.
  6. Transfer and Bake Covered: Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil to prevent drying out, then bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
  7. Add Cheese and Finish Baking: Carefully remove the foil and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Return to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  8. Rest and Serve: Let the bake rest for a few minutes after removing from the oven to allow flavors to meld and the dish to set slightly before serving.

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute ground turkey or chicken for beef.
  • Customize with your favorite vegetables or add finely chopped spinach or zucchini to boost nutrition.
  • Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños for a spicy kick.
  • Try swapping cheddar for mozzarella or pepper jack cheese for different flavor profiles.
  • Ensure potatoes are diced evenly to cook through completely within the baking time.
  • Use fresh or frozen corn kernels according to availability; both work well.
  • Letting the dish rest after baking improves texture and flavor melding.

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