Cheesy Beef & Potato Bake

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray.

3. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and diced onion together over medium heat until the meat is browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.

4. Layer sliced potatoes in a single layer across the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.

5. Spread ⅓ of the beef-onion mixture evenly over the potatoes.

6. Sprinkle ⅓ of the shredded cheese over the beef layer.

7. Repeat the layers two more times: potatoes, meat, cheese.

8. Finish with the remaining cheese on top.

9. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cheddar soup, evaporated milk, and regular milk. Add a bit more salt and pepper if you’d like.

10. Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the layered casserole.

11. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 1 hour.

12. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

13. Check that potatoes are tender—if they’re thick, you may need to bake a little longer.

14. Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.

Tips:

• For extra flavor, toss in cooked bacon bits or green onions between layers.

• Make it spicy with a dash of hot sauce or a layer of jalapeños.

• This dish reheats beautifully—perfect for leftovers or meal prep!