Comforting Beef and Mashed Potato Casserole

Preparing the Ingredients 1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

2.Boil the peeled and cubed potatoes in a large pot of salted water until fork-tender. Drain the potatoes and mash them with milk, butter, salt, and pepper until smooth. Set aside.

3.In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Add the onion, garlic, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. If using, add the beef broth and tomato paste. Simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat.

Assembling the Casserole 1. Grease a casserole dish. Spread half of the mashed potatoes on the bottom of the dish.

5.2. Layer the cooked ground beef mixture over the mashed potatoes.

6.3. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese over the ground beef layer.

7.4. Add the remaining mashed potatoes on top of the cheese layer.

8.5. Combine breadcrumbs and melted butter. Sprinkle this mixture over the top of the casserole.

9.6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.

10.7. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.