This potato ground meat casserole is more than just a recipe for me; it is a reminder of cozy family meals in my childhood. My grandma always made it on Sundays, and the scent that wafted through the house was simply indescribable. I have adapted her recipe slightly over the years, but the basic idea – a hearty, filling dish for the whole family – has remained. The main protagonists of this casserole are, of course, the potatoes and the ground meat. The potatoes, preferably a firm-cooking variety, provide the necessary base and a pleasant texture. They are pre-cooked so that they don't take too long in the oven and become nice and soft. The ground meat, ideally mixed, brings the hearty taste and the necessary spice into play. The zucchini, which I like to add, contributes a slight sweetness and a juicy consistency that harmonizes perfectly with the other ingredients. The Gouda, which is sprinkled over the casserole, melts in the oven to a golden brown crust and provides the irresistible cheese taste. The Thermomix® is a great help with this recipe, especially when chopping the onions. This is done in a flash and without tears! Make sure not to chop the onions too finely, they should still have some bite. When browning the ground meat, it is important that it becomes crumbly so that it is well distributed in the casserole. The tomato paste gives the ground meat a nice color and a slightly sour taste, which is balanced by a pinch of sugar. The broth provides the necessary spice and liquid so that the ground meat does not become too dry. The cream sauce, which is quickly prepared in the Thermomix®, makes the casserole particularly creamy and juicy. For a vegetarian version, you can simply replace the ground meat with a plant-based alternative or add more vegetables such as peppers, eggplant or mushrooms. You can also vary the spices: garlic, paprika, oregano or rosemary go perfectly with this dish. For a vegan version, you can use plant-based cream and cheese. Serve the potato ground meat casserole with a fresh salad. A green salad with a light vinegar-oil dressing or a tomato salad are a perfect match. A dollop of sour cream or yogurt also tastes very good. The casserole can be prepared well in advance. You can prepare it the day before and then store it in the refrigerator. Before baking, you should let it stand at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated the next day. It tastes almost even better when it has steeped!

Hearty Potato Ground Meat Casserole

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Ingredients (11 ingredients)

Preparation (6 steps)

Prepare potatoes

Chop onions

Prepare ground meat

Fill casserole dish

Prepare cream sauce

Finish and bake casserole

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