This dish really gets down to meat and potatoes… literally (and tastily). Meat-N-Tater Casserole uses tender, fluffy, buttery potatoes as the crust for a juicy ground beef filling. Soaked with a creamy, savory sauce and topped with melty, sharp cheddar cheese, the Meat-N-Tater Casserole is more than just hearty; it’s the pinnacle of home comfort and heartwarming delight. It’s the fundamentals of a great meal in a single pan!
Ingredients
- 4 cups potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 (10-ounce) package frozen corn
- 1 (10.75-ounce) can condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
- 1/3 cup whole milk
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon onion, chopped
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded and divided
- fresh parsley, optional, minced
Directions
Step 1 –Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
Step 2 –Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Step 3 –Toss the potatoes with the butter and the salt.
Step 4 –Arrange the potato slices on the bottom and up the sides of the prepared baking dish.
Step 5 –Bake until the potatoes are almost tender, about 25-30 minutes.
Step 6 –In a large skillet, cook the beef over medium heat until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
Step 7 –Drain the fat from the skillet.
Step 8 –Sprinkle the beef and the corn over the potatoes.
Step 9 –Combine the soup, milk, garlic powder, pepper, onion, and 1/2 cup of the cheese.
Step 10 –Pour the soup mixture over the beef mixture.
Step 11 –Bake uncovered until the vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.
Step 12 –Sprinkle the top of the casserole with the remaining cheese.
Step 13 –Bake until the cheese is melted, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 14 –Sprinkle with the parsley and serve.
