Cheesy Beef Casserole Recipe

Ingredients

• Cooking Spray
• 1 small russet potato
• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 lb Ground Beef
• 1/2 cup fresh chopped yellow onion
• 2 pressed or minced garlic cloves
• 14 1/2 oz canned unsalted diced tomatoes
• 2 tbsp taco sauce
• 1 tbsp Chili Powder
• 2 cups fresh shredded cabbage
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 pinch Black Pepper
• 1 small jalapeño sliced (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly coat 2-quart casserole dish with cooking spray.
2. Peel and grate potato into bowl. Add 1/4 cup mozzarella. Spread evenly over bottom of the prepared casserole. Bake 15 to 20 minutes, until potato is browned and crispy. Remove from oven.
3. In large skillet, over medium high heat, brown ground beef, onion, and garlic, breaking up the beef with wooden spoon. Drain any excess fat.
4. Add tomatoes with juice, taco sauce, chili powder, and cabbage. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Carefully stir and cook for about 3 minutes.
5. Spoon beef mixture on top of potatoes. Top with remaining cheese and (if desired) jalapeño slices. Bake 20 to 30 minutes, until casserole is hot and bubbly. Serve immediately.

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