Description
A comforting, layered casserole featuring savory ground meat, tender vegetables, and creamy mashed potatoes baked to perfection.
Ingredients
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2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
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1/2 cup whole milk
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 large onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 1/2 pounds ground beef or lamb
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1 cup diced carrots
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1 cup frozen peas
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1 cup corn kernels
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2 tablespoons tomato paste
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1 cup vegetable broth
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire-style sauce (alcohol-free)
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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1 teaspoon dried rosemary
Instructions
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Boil potatoes in salted water until tender. Drain and mash with milk, butter, salt, and pepper.
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Heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté onion until soft. Add garlic and cook briefly.
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Brown the ground meat, breaking it apart as it cooks.
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Stir in carrots, peas, corn, tomato paste, broth, Worcestershire-style sauce, thyme, and rosemary. Simmer until thickened.
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Spread meat mixture into a greased baking dish and top with mashed potatoes.
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Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Notes
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Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving for cleaner slices.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes