Meat and Potato Casserole

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. 2

   Peel and thinly slice the potatoes, then set aside.

3. 3

   Dice the onion and mince the garlic.

4. 4

   In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.

5. 5

   Add the ground meat to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned, then season with salt and pepper. Drain any excess fat.

6. 6

   In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour to create a roux, cooking for 1-2 minutes.

7. 7

   Gradually add the beef broth and milk to the roux, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Bring to a simmer and cook until the sauce thickens.

8. 8

   Remove the sauce from heat and stir in 1 cup of cheese until melted. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.

9. 9

   In a casserole dish, layer half of the sliced potatoes, followed by half of the meat mixture, and then half of the cheese sauce. Repeat the layers with the remaining potatoes, meat, and sauce.

10. 10

    Cover the casserole with foil and bake for 1 hour.

11. 11

    Remove the foil, sprinkle the remaining cup of cheese on top, and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

12. 12

    Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving.