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Healthy Loaded Beef and Potato Bake

  • Author: Emmy Carter
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

This Healthy Loaded Beef and Potato Bake is a comforting family dinner made with tender Russet potatoes, seasoned lean ground beef, a creamy Greek yogurt and sour cream sauce, and reduced-fat cheddar cheese. A lighter take on classic loaded potatoes, this hearty casserole is perfect for an easy weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lb (450 g) lean ground beef (90–93% lean)
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 4 medium Russet potatoes (about 2½–3 lb total), peeled and thinly sliced (about â…› inch thick)
  • 1 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup light sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • ¾ cup reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the onion, garlic, and potatoes. Peel the potatoes and slice them into approximately â…›-inch-thick rounds.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks.
  4. Season with paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook until the beef is browned and no longer pink. Drain excess grease if necessary.
  5. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, light sour cream, cornstarch, and beef broth until smooth. Incorporate the appropriate portion of cheddar cheese, reserving the remainder for the topping.
  6. Arrange a layer of sliced potatoes in a baking dish. Add some of the seasoned ground beef. Repeat the layers until the ingredients are used.
  7. Pour the creamy yogurt mixture evenly over the casserole, allowing it to spread between the potato layers.
  8. Bake until the potatoes are tender and the sauce has thickened.
  9. Add the remaining cheddar cheese over the casserole and continue baking until melted.
  10. Remove from the oven and allow to rest briefly. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Slice the potatoes evenly so they cook at a similar rate.
  • Yukon Gold potatoes can be used as an alternative, although the texture will be slightly different.
  • The ground beef mixture can be prepared ahead and refrigerated until assembly.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Recipes
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6
  • Calories: 390 kcal
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 450 mg
  • Fat: 11 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 32 g
  • Cholesterol: 75 mg

Keywords: Healthy Loaded Beef and Potato Bake, healthy beef potato casserole, ground beef and potato bake, cheesy potato casserole, easy family dinner

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