Southern Five Layer Beef Casserole: A Hearty Family Favorite

The Southern Five Layer Beef Casserole is a comforting dish with savory layers of beef, potatoes, and veggies, perfect for family gatherings.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 2

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 2 30

Servings: 6 servings

Course: dinner

Cuisine: Southern

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Casserole

4 medium Russet Potatoes thinly sliced
1 pound Lean Ground Beef
1 cup Onion Rings yellow or sweet onions preferred
1 can Tomatoes diced, drained if canned
1 medium Green Bell Peppers chopped
2 tablespoons Olive Oil for greasing and drizzling
to taste Salt preferably kosher
to taste Pepper freshly ground

Equipment

9×13-inch baking dish
large skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes until evenly browned. Drain excess fat and season with salt and pepper.
Layer thinly sliced russet potatoes in the greased baking dish, then drizzle with olive oil.
Spread the cooked ground beef evenly over the potato layer.
Add onion rings followed by diced tomatoes on top of the beef layer.
Top with chopped green bell peppers and season each layer with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Cover with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for approximately 2 hours.
Let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For added flavor, feel free to use your favorite herbs and spices when layering the ingredients.

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