Cheesy Ground Beef & Potato Casserole

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1/2 cup beef broth
• 4-5 medium golden potatoes, cubed
• 1 tbsp salt (for boiling water)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup gouda cheese
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Method

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. In a pan, cook ground beef with diced onion and minced garlic until beef is browned.
3. Season with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, and beef broth.
4. Meanwhile, boil the cubed potatoes in salted water until just tender, then drain them thoroughly.
5. Toss the drained potatoes with olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Transfer the beef mixture and seasoned potatoes to a baking dish.
6. In a separate bowl, mix the cream of mushroom soup with the milk until smooth.
7. Pour mixture over the beef and potato mixture in the baking dish.
8. Top with shredded cheddar, mozzarella, and gouda cheese.
9. Bake at 375°F for 35 to 40 minutes, until the casserole is bubbling and the cheese is melted and golden.
10. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.