Barbecued Beef And Potato Casserole Recipe

Ingredients for Barbecued Beef And Potato Casserole

• Olive Oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• Garlic Cloves
• Green Peppers
• 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
• Lean Ground Beef
• 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained)
• 1 ½ cups barbecue sauce
• Baking Potatoes
• Cheddar Cheese

How to Make Barbecued Beef And Potato Casserole

1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
2. Add 1 medium onion, 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 bell pepper (chopped), and 1/2 cup green onions (chopped). Cook until the onion is softened and starting to brown, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Add 1.5 pounds ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through. Drain any excess grease.
4. Stir in 1 (28 ounce) can of diced tomatoes (undrained), 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
5. Add 1 ½ cups of your favorite barbecue sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes, until the beef is well coated.
6. Remove from heat and set aside.
7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
8. Spray a 9x13 inch baking pan with cooking spray.
9. Arrange a layer of 2 pounds potatoes (peeled and thinly sliced) in the bottom of the pan.
10. Top with half of the beef mixture and 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese.
11. Repeat layers with remaining potatoes, beef mixture, and cheese.
12. Cover the casserole with aluminum foil.
13. Bake for 40 minutes.
14. Remove foil and top with the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
15. Bake, uncovered, for another 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
16. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!