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Southern Five Layer Beef Casserole Recipe

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  • Author: Villerius
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Casserole
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Southern American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Southern Five Layer Beef Casserole is a hearty, comforting dish that combines layers of thinly sliced russet potatoes, lean ground beef, onions, tomatoes, and green bell peppers. Baked to perfection, it’s a filling, flavorful casserole perfect for family dinners or gatherings, offering a wholesome blend of textures and rich southern-inspired flavors.

Ingredients

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Potatoes

  • 3 large russet potatoes, thinly sliced

Meat

  • 1 pound lean ground beef, browned and crumbled

Vegetables

  • 2 large onions, sliced and rings separated
  • 2 large tomatoes, sliced OR 1 (15 ounces) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 1/2 green bell peppers, chopped

Seasoning & Others

  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Olive oil, as needed

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the casserole evenly.
  2. Prepare the Baking Dish: Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking pan using butter or nonstick spray to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
  3. Layer the Potatoes: Arrange a layer of thinly sliced russet potatoes evenly at the bottom of the baking dish and drizzle with olive oil to add moisture and promote browning.
  4. Add Beef Layer: Spread the browned and crumbled lean ground beef over the potato layer, distributing it evenly.
  5. Add Onion Layer: Scatter the separated onion rings over the beef layer.
  6. Add Tomato Layer: Place sliced tomatoes over the onions or spread canned diced tomatoes evenly if using canned.
  7. Add Green Bell Peppers: Top the tomatoes with the chopped green bell peppers for freshness and crunch.
  8. Season Each Layer: Sprinkle kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper evenly over each layer as you build the casserole to enhance flavors throughout the dish.
  9. Bake: Cover the casserole dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 2 hours to allow all flavors to meld and potatoes to become tender.
  10. Rest and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving to allow it to set for easier slicing and better taste.

Notes

  • To make this dish gluten-free, ensure all ingredients, especially the ground beef, are certified gluten-free, as some beef preparations contain gluten additives.
  • Use gluten-free cooking spray or a butter substitute labeled gluten-free to grease the baking dish.
  • You can substitute fresh tomatoes with canned diced tomatoes if fresh ones are out of season or unavailable.
  • Allow the casserole to rest after baking for better texture and easier serving.
  • This recipe is perfect for meal prepping and tastes even better the next day as flavors develop.

Find it online: https://emilyscook.com/southern-five-layer-beef-casserole-recipe/