By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 1, 2026
Serves 6
275 cal · 75 min
Four Layer Casserole
Recipe GLPR8c350842b0b0bc
A hearty, family-friendly casserole layered with tender sliced potatoes, seasoned ground beef, mixed vegetables, and a light cheese topping. Baked until the potatoes are tender and the flavors meld together in a comforting one-dish meal.
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Ingredients
1 pound lean ground beef (85% lean)
4 medium potatoes
10 ounces frozen mixed vegetables
1/4 cup low-fat shredded cheddar or colby jack cheese
1/4 cup 1% milk
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water before beginning meal preparation.
Heat a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, stirring frequently, until browned throughout and no pink remains (internal temperature of 160°F). This typically takes 8–10 minutes.
Transfer the cooked ground beef to a colander and rinse under warm water while stirring gently to remove excess fat. Drain well and set aside.
Scrub the potatoes under cold running water to remove any dirt. Without peeling, slice them into 1/4-inch-thick rounds.
Arrange the sliced potatoes as the first layer in a large casserole dish.
Layer the frozen mixed vegetables over the potatoes, followed by the cooked ground beef, then sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly across the top.
Pour the milk evenly over the entire casserole.
Season the casserole with salt and pepper to your taste.
Cover the casserole dish tightly with a lid or aluminum foil.
Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 1 hour, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork. Alternatively, microwave in a non-metal casserole dish on high for 19–23 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the potatoes are fully cooked.
Comments
All ingredients are readily available at any Charlotte grocery chain, with no special stops required—ground beef, potatoes, mixed vegetables, cheddar, milk, and seasonings are staples everywhere from Walmart to Harris Teeter. The 75-minute stated time is honest if you account for browning the beef and layering, though actual hands-on prep runs closer to 20 minutes. Cost per serving lands around $1.50–$2.00 depending on beef price, making this budget-friendly for a family weeknight. The main caveat is that this casserole is best eaten the night it's made; reheating can turn it dry and separate, so plan for same-day consumption or freeze portions before baking.
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