Ground Beef and Twice-Baked Potato Pie

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 14
Satisfy Your Cravings with Ground Beef and Twice-Baked Potato Pie
in Main

Prep

25 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

75 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb lean ground beef
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup plain breadcrumbs
1/2 teaspoon dried sage
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 egg
1 package refrigerated garlic-flavor mashed potatoes
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh tomato , if desired ( optional )
2 slices precooked bacon , chopped , if desired ( optional )
2 medium green onions , chopped , if desired ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
500
Sugar
2g
Fat
30g
Ground beef and twice-baked potato pie is a classic dish that has been enjoyed by families for generations. The dish is a take on the traditional shepherd's pie, swapping mashed potatoes for the traditional layer of peas and carrots. The dish is easy to make and perfect for a weeknight dinner when you're craving something hearty and filling. With simple ingredients like ground beef, mashed potatoes, and cheddar cheese, this dish is sure to please everyone in your household. Optional ingredients like chopped fresh tomato and precooked bacon can be added for a bit of extra flavor and flair.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F
2.In a large bowl, combine ground beef, chopped onion, plain breadcrumbs, dried sage, salt, and egg
3.Mix well and press into an ungreased 9-inch pie dish
4.Bake for 20-25 minutes or until no longer pink in the center
5.While the beef is cooking, heat up the refrigerated garlic-flavored mashed potatoes according to package instructions
6.Once cooked, mash the potatoes and stir in shredded cheddar cheese, chopped fresh tomato, and chopped pre-cooked bacon
7.Once the beef is cooked, pour the potato mixture over the top
8.Sprinkle with chopped green onions
9.Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes or until the potatoes are golden brown

PROS

This recipe is a hearty and filling meal that is easy to make and perfect for a weeknight dinner
The beef and potatoes are a classic comfort food combination that will satisfy your cravings
Options to add optional chopped fresh tomato and precooked bacon add extra flavor

CONS

This dish can be high in fat and calories depending on the cut of beef and type of cheese used
The recipe doesn’t include any vegetables or healthy sides, so it should be paired with a side salad or other healthy dish for a balanced meal

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish is not particularly healthy on its own, it can be adapted to be more nutritious
Using a leaner cut of beef or substituting ground turkey can reduce the fat content
Adding additional vegetables such as diced bell peppers or zucchini can increase the fiber and nutrient content

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