Cheesy Ground Beef and Potatoes

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Ground beef (800g)
2. Cheddar cheese (200g, shredded)
3. Potatoes (500g, peeled and cut into cubes)
4. Cream (200ml)
5. Salt and pepper (to taste)
6. Onion (1 medium, chopped)
7. Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
8. Breadcrumbs (50g) for topping
9. Butter (30g)
10. Salt, pepper, and any seasoning of your choice

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 20 minutes
• Cooking: 40 minutes
• Total: 60 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef with the onion and garlic until no longer red. Season with salt and pepper.
3. In a separate pot, boil the potatoes until tender. Drain and return to the pot. Add butter and season with salt and pepper. Mash the potatoes.
4. In a large bowl, combine the cooked ground beef mixture with the mashed potatoes. Add the shredded cheese and cream, mixing well.
5. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with breadcrumbs.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbling.
7. Serve with a side of fresh vegetables or salad.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 total servings)

• Calories: Approximately 450-500 per serving (depending on the ingredients used)
• Fat: 28g
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Protein: 25g

Dish Characteristics:

• Cheesy and creamy texture from the combination of ground beef, potatoes, and cheese.
• Great American comfort food that is perfect for family meals or dinner parties.
• The dish can be customized with different seasonings to suit different tastes.

User Comments:

1. "This dish was so delicious! The combination of flavors was perfect."
2. "My family loved this dish. It was so comforting and filling."
3. "I added some extra cheese on top and it was even better!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use fresh ingredients for best results.
• Adjust seasoning according to taste.
• If you want to add more heat, you can add some chili flakes or jalapenos when cooking the ground beef.
• This dish is suitable for freezing, so you can make a larger batch and save some for later.