Cheesy Beef & Potato Bake

This gluten free ground beef recipe is a hearty and comforting dish that combines tender ground beef with creamy melted cheese, crispy potatoes, and flavorful herbs. It's a crowd-pleasing one-pot meal that will satisfy your taste buds and leave you wanting more.
ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 cups potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons gluten-free flour
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish.
- 2.
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- 3.
In the same skillet, melt the butter and sauté the onions and garlic until tender.
- 4.
Add the gluten-free flour to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- 5.
Gradually whisk in the milk and add the dried thyme. Cook until the sauce thickens.
- 6.
Layer half of the potatoes in the greased baking dish, followed by half of the cooked ground beef, onions, garlic, and half of the cheddar cheese.
- 7.
Pour half of the sauce over the layers and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- 8.
Repeat the layers, finishing with a layer of sauce, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
- 9.
Cover the dish with foil and bake for 40 minutes. 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.
- 10.
Allow it to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!