Gwen's Old Fashioned Potato Beef Casserole Trisha Yearwood Recipe

Warm up your kitchen with Trisha Yearwood's family recipe for Gwen's Old-Fashioned Potato Beef Casserole! This comforting classic, featured on Trisha's show and straight from her mom's cookbook, delivers a nostalgic taste of simpler times. Tender potatoes and savory ground beef create a rich, hearty casserole perfect for chilly evenings or any family gathering. While the mild flavor profile reflects its origins, feel free to add your own seasoning twist! Easy to make (the hardest part is peeling the potatoes!), this dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for kids and adults alike. Serve alongside your favorite vegetable or salad for a complete meal.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 621.9 kcal
Protein 66g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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How to Make Gwen's Old Fashioned Potato Beef Casserole Trisha Yearwood

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
  4. Stir in garlic, salt, pepper, and thyme (if using).
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together cream of mushroom soup and milk.
  6. In a large casserole dish (9x13 inch), layer half of the sliced potatoes.
  7. Pour half of the beef mixture over the potatoes.
  8. Repeat layers with remaining potatoes and beef mixture.
  9. Pour the soup mixture evenly over the top.
  10. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
  11. Cover the casserole dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  12. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until potatoes are tender and cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

16g

Fat

89g

Carbs

17g