Description
This Amish Farmhouse Feast is a hearty and comforting casserole featuring layers of ground beef, sliced potatoes, and cheddar cheese baked in a flavorful mushroom soup sauce. Perfect for family dinners, this casserole combines robust savory flavors with tender potatoes and melty cheese for a satisfying one-dish meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds Ground Beef
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup
- 1 cup Milk
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 4 cups Thinly Sliced Potatoes (about 3-4 medium potatoes)
- 1 1/2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and set aside.
- Cook Beef Mixture: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and ground beef. Cook, breaking up the beef with a spoon, until browned. Season with salt and black pepper.
- Prepare Sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the condensed cream of mushroom soup, milk, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth and well combined.
- Layer Ingredients: Layer half the sliced potatoes evenly in the prepared baking dish. Spoon half of the beef mixture evenly over the potatoes, then pour half of the prepared sauce evenly over the beef. Sprinkle with half of the shredded cheddar cheese.
- Repeat Layers: Repeat the layering process with the remaining potatoes, beef mixture, sauce, and cheese.
- Bake Covered: Cover the baking dish tightly with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Rest and Serve: Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow the layers to set. Slice, serve hot, and enjoy!
Notes
- You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
- Use Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes for best texture after baking.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika or dried thyme to the beef mixture.
- Covering the dish during most of baking keeps the potatoes tender and moist.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
