{"id":13545,"date":"2024-09-17T22:26:54","date_gmt":"2024-09-17T22:26:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ourtimenew.com\/?p=13545"},"modified":"2024-09-17T22:26:54","modified_gmt":"2024-09-17T22:26:54","slug":"savory-ground-beef-and-potato-bake-a-comforting-classic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ourtimenew.com\/?p=13545","title":{"rendered":"Savory Ground Beef and Potato Bake: A Comforting Classic"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ourtimenew.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG_4198-237x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"237\" height=\"300\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-13546\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ourtimenew.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG_4198-237x300.jpeg 237w, https:\/\/ourtimenew.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG_4198.jpeg 725w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 237px) 100vw, 237px\" \/><br \/>\nWhen it comes to comfort food that satisfies both the palate and the soul, few dishes rival the simple yet hearty combination of  ground beef, tender  potatoes, and a rich, flavorful sauce. This Ground Beef and Potato Bake is not only a comforting meal but also a nutritious one, packed with protein, carbs, and vegetables.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re enjoying a quiet evening at home or hosting a festive dinner with family and friends, this dish is sure to please.<\/p>\n<p>Ingredients:<\/p>\n<p>\u20221 pound (450 grams) finely minced yellow onion<br \/>\n\u20221 pound (450 grams) ground beef<br \/>\n\u20221 kilogram (about 1 cup) frozen peas<br \/>\n\u20221 cup olive oil (or any cooking oil)<br \/>\n\u20221 tablespoon chopped carrot<br \/>\n\u20221 diced tomato<br \/>\nSalt and pepper, to taste<br \/>\n\u20221\/4 teaspoon thyme<br \/>\n\u20221\/2 teaspoon dried parsley<br \/>\n\u2022240 milliliters (1 cup) vegetable stock (or any preferred stock)<br \/>\n\u20222 minced garlic cloves<br \/>\n\u20221\/2 teaspoon turmeric-based flour (or regular flour)<br \/>\n\u20224-5 fresh parsley sprigs, for garnish (optional)<br \/>\n\u2022Potatoes (amount depending on size), peeled and sliced<br \/>\nInstructions:<\/p>\n<p>1.Prepare Your Ingredients: Start by preparing all your ingredients. Mince the garlic, slice the potatoes, and chop the onion, carrot, and tomato. This will streamline the cooking process and ensure everything is ready for quick assembly.<br \/>\n2.Cook the Ground Beef: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the finely minced onion and saut\u00e9 until it becomes translucent. Next, add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks. Allow the beef to brown completely. Season with chili powder (optional), salt, pepper, thyme, and parsley to enhance the flavor.<br \/>\n3.Prepare the Sauce: Add the minced garlic, chopped carrot, diced tomato, and frozen peas to the skillet. Stir to combine and cook for a few minutes. Sprinkle in the flour to thicken the mixture, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Pour in the vegetable stock, stirring well. Allow the mixture to simmer for 5-7 minutes, letting the flavors meld together and the sauce to thicken slightly.<br \/>\n4.Assemble the Bake: Preheat your oven to 375\u00b0F (190\u00b0C). Grease a baking dish with butter or non-stick spray. Layer the sliced potatoes evenly at the bottom of the dish. Spoon the ground beef mixture over the potatoes, spreading it out evenly. Season the top layer with a bit more salt and pepper if desired.<br \/>\n5.Bake the Dish: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. After this time, remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the top is slightly crispy.<br \/>\n6.Garnish and Serve: Once baked, let the dish cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if you like, adding a burst of color and a hint of freshness.<br \/>\nConclusion:<\/p>\n<p>This Ground Beef and Potato Bake is a quintessential comfort food that combines the best of hearty ingredients into a single, delicious dish. The tender potatoes soak up the rich, savory flavors of the beef and aromatic sauce, creating a satisfying meal that\u2019s both nutritious and filling. Whether you\u2019re looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a dish to impress at a gathering, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire. Enjoy the blend of flavors and the cozy satisfaction of a classic, homemade meal.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to comfort food that satisfies both the palate and the soul, few dishes rival the simple yet hearty combination of ground beef, tender potatoes,&#8230; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":13546,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-13545","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ourtimenew.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13545","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ourtimenew.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ourtimenew.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ourtimenew.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ourtimenew.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=13545"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/ourtimenew.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13545\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":13547,"href":"https:\/\/ourtimenew.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13545\/revisions\/13547"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ourtimenew.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/13546"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ourtimenew.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=13545"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ourtimenew.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=13545"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ourtimenew.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=13545"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}