Savory Potato and Ground Beef Casserole with Broccoli

Name: Savory Potato and Ground Beef Casserole with Broccoli
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 people
Ingredients: 1.75 lb Potatoes; 1.1 lb Ground beef; 1 head Broccoli; 1 count Onions; 2 cloves Garlic; 0.85 cup Cream; 2 tbsp Tomato paste; 0.75 cup Peas; 4.5 oz Mozzarella; 0.5 cup Grated cheese

High ProteinBaking • Meal Prep FriendlyDinnerComfort Food • Kid-FriendlyGerman

Medium

50min

620kcal

4people

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A creamy, layered casserole with potatoes, seasoned ground beef, broccoli, and a golden-brown cheese crust.

A Savory Potato and Ground Beef Casserole with Broccoli is the ultimate comfort food for the whole family. This recipe for a Savory Potato and Ground Beef Casserole with Broccoli combines tender potato slices with savory browned ground beef and crunchy broccoli in a creamy sauce. The combination of fresh ingredients like potatoes, ground beef, and broccoli ensures a balanced meal that is both filling and incredibly tasty. Why does this Savory Potato and Ground Beef Casserole with Broccoli work so well? It is the interaction of textures: the soft potatoes form the perfect base, while the meat provides hearty roasted aromas and the broccoli adds a fresh note and essential nutrients. The melted mozzarella tops it off with a golden-brown crust. A little tip from the chef: if you parboil the potatoes briefly beforehand, the casserole will cook evenly and the sauce will absorb perfectly. The tomato paste in the meat provides a deep umami note that harmonizes wonderfully with the cream. Whether for a cozy weeknight dinner or as meal prep for the next day – this casserole stays juicy and often gains even more flavor when reheated. The addition of peas brings extra color and a subtle sweetness that is especially popular with children. Have fun cooking this classic!

Ingredients

800 g Potatoes (about 6-8 medium potatoes)
500 g Ground beef
1 whole Broccoli (approx. 400g)
1 whole Onions
2 cloves Garlic
200 ml Cream (1 cup)
2 tbsp Tomato paste
100 g Peas (about 1 cup)
125 g Mozzarella (1 ball)
50 g Grated cheese (a handful)

Instructions

1
First, peel the potatoes, cut them into approx. 5mm thick slices, and parboil them in salted water for about 8-10 minutes so they are still firm to the bite. Then drain.
2
Divide the broccoli into small florets and add them to the potato water for the last 3 minutes of boiling, or blanch them separately.
3
Finely dice the onions and garlic. Heat a little oil in a pan and fry the ground beef until crumbly.
4
Add onions, garlic, and tomato paste to the ground beef and sauté briefly. Season with salt, pepper, and some paprika powder as desired. Stir in the peas.
5
Whisk the cream with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg.
6
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Lightly grease a casserole dish.
7
Layer half of the potatoes in the dish, then distribute the ground beef mixture and the broccoli on top. Finish with the remaining potatoes.
8
Pour the cream mixture evenly over the casserole.
9
Tear the mozzarella into small pieces and sprinkle it over the casserole along with the grated cheese.
10
Bake in the oven for about 25-30 minutes until the cheese is golden brown and the sauce has thickened.

Chef's Tips

•For extra flavor, you can grate a pinch of nutmeg directly into the cream.
•If you like it heartier, mix some of your frozen vegetables into the ground beef.
•If the cheese gets dark too quickly, cover the casserole with aluminum foil for the last 10 minutes.