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Healthy Loaded Beef and Potato Bake

Healthy Loaded Beef and Potato Bake for Cozy Family Nights

This Healthy Loaded Beef and Potato Bake combines tender beef, creamy sour cream, and cheddar cheese on a bed of sliced potatoes for a hearty family meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bake
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Feel free to substitute with vegetable oil if needed.
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or white onion works interchangeably.
  • 1 clove Garlic Fresh minced or pre-chopped garlic.
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Ground turkey or plant-based alternatives can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika offers a lovely twist.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Italian seasoning can be a great substitute.
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning.
  • 4 large Potatoes Thinly sliced, opt for Russet or Yukon Gold.
  • 2 cups Sour Cream Greek yogurt is a good lower-fat alternative.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Try Gruyère or Monterey Jack for variation.
  • 1 cup Beef Broth Vegetable broth can create a lighter dish.
  • to taste Fresh Parsley For garnish.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch Baking Dish
  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté for 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add ground beef, breaking it apart, cook for 5-7 minutes until browned, seasoning with paprika, oregano, and salt and pepper.
  4. Layer half of the sliced potatoes evenly across the bottom of the baking dish.
  5. Spoon half of the beef mixture over the potatoes, followed by half of the sour cream and half of the cheddar cheese.
  6. Repeat the layering with the remaining potatoes, beef, sour cream, and cheddar.
  7. Pour beef broth around the edges of the dish.
  8. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  9. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until cheese is golden brown.
  10. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving, garnishing with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 1000mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For best results, let the sour cream sit at room temperature before using. Thinly sliced potatoes are key to ensuring even cooking.

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