Southern Five Layer Beef Casserole Recipe
This Southern five-layer beef casserole is a comforting dish featuring seasoned ground beef, vegetables, and melted cheese, layered with creamy soup and topped with crispy potatoes. Perfect for family gatherings or an easy weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 cups thinly sliced potatoes
- 1 small onion, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté the chopped onion until translucent. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Season with salt and pepper.
- Layer the bottom of a 9x13-inch casserole dish with cooked beef.
- Spread the mixed vegetables evenly over the beef layer.
- Pour the cream of mushroom soup over the vegetables.
- Top with a layer of shredded cheese.
- Arrange the sliced potatoes over the cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 35-40 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until potatoes are golden and crispy.
- Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey for a lighter version.
- Add a sprinkle of paprika or garlic powder for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 780 mg