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INGREDIENTS:
For the Layer of Beef:
450g/1 pound of ground beef
One medium onion, cut finely
two minced garlic cloves
One cup of marinara or tomato sauce
One tablespoon of tomato paste
One tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
One teaspoon of paprika
To taste, add salt and pepper.
One tablespoon of olive oil
For the Potatoes, Mashed:
Peel and cube four big potatoes.
1/4 cup of butter
half a cup of milk or cream
To taste, add salt and pepper.
Regarding the Cheese Layer:
Two cups of shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, if desired
INSTRUCTIONS:
Get the mashed potatoes ready by:
Peel and cube the potatoes and boil them in salted water until they are soft, 15 to 20 minutes.
After draining, mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy by adding butter, milk, salt, and pepper. Put aside.
Put the Casserole Together:
Set the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).
Start by putting half of the mashed potatoes on the bottom of a baking dish that has been buttered.
Cover with a layer of the cooked mixture of beef.
Cover the beef layer with the leftover mashed potatoes.
Put the Cheese Layer in Place:
Add some shredded mozzarella (and Parmesan, if using) to the top of the dish.
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese is brown and bubbling, in a preheated oven.
Here is a simplified, step-by-step guide on how to make the casserole, written without lines or numbers.
How to Make It :
Start by making the mashed potatoes. Peel and cube four large potatoes, then boil them in salted water for fifteen to twenty minutes until they are fork-tender.
Drain them well, then mash until smooth. Stir in a quarter cup of butter and half a cup of milk or cream, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Set the mashed potatoes aside.
While the potatoes are cooking, prepare the beef layer. Heat one tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add one finely chopped medium onion and cook until soft, about five minutes. Stir in two minced garlic cloves and cook for another minute.
Add 450 grams (one pound) of ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned.
Drain any excess fat. Stir in one cup of marinara sauce, one tablespoon of tomato paste, one tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce, and one teaspoon of paprika. Season with salt and pepper, then let the mixture simmer for about five minutes.
Now it is time to assemble the casserole. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) and butter a baking dish. Spread half of the mashed potatoes evenly across the bottom of the dish.
Layer all of the cooked beef mixture over the potatoes, then spread the remaining mashed potatoes on top of the beef.
Sprinkle two cups of shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese over the top. If you like, add a quarter cup of grated Parmesan cheese as well.
Bake the casserole for twenty to twenty-five minutes, until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden. For a crispier top, you can broil it for the last two to three minutes, but watch it carefully to prevent burning.
Once baked, let the casserole rest for five to ten minutes before serving. This helps it set so that it slices neatly and holds its shape on the plate.
Serve:
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