Ingredients
3 medium red potatoes, unpeeled, sliced
3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
3 stalks celery, sliced
2 cups green beans
1 medium onion, chopped
1 lb (approximately 450 grams) ground round beef, divided
1 teaspoon thyme, divided
1 teaspoon black pepper, divided
Salt and garlic powder to taste
4 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 to 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese
Instructions
1-First, in a 3-quart casserole dish (about 9 x 13 inches), layer half of the potatoes, carrots, celery, green beans, and onion.
2-Next, crumble half of the uncooked ground beef over the vegetables.
3-Then, sprinkle with half a teaspoon each of thyme and black pepper, plus salt and garlic powder to taste.
4-Repeat the layering process with the remaining vegetables and beef.
5-Top with the chopped tomatoes, cover, and bake at 400°F (204°C) for 15 minutes.
6-Reduce heat to 350°F (177°C) and bake for about 1 hour longer, until the vegetables are tender and the meat is fully cooked.
7-Finally, remove the cover, sprinkle with shredded cheese, cover again, and let stand until the cheese melts. The total cooking time is approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes.
Last Step:
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🥔 Slice potatoes thinly (around 1/8 inch) for quicker cooking and tenderness.
🧄 Adjust seasoning to taste; garlic powder enhances flavor but is optional.
🥕 Celery and tomatoes can be omitted if unavailable without substantially changing the dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving