Ingredients and Weight:
- Hash Browns (frozen shredded potatoes): 300 grams
- Ground Beef: 250 grams
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese: 100 grams
- Sour Cream: 1 cup
- Butter: 50 grams
- Milk: 1 cup
- Breadcrumbs: 50 grams
- Salt and Pepper: to taste
- Onion (chopped): 1 medium
- Green Bell Pepper (chopped): 1 small
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 40 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef until no longer red and drain the excess fat.
- Add the chopped onions and green bell peppers and cook until the vegetables are tender.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the hash browns, cooked ground beef mixture, chedda cheese, sour cream, milk, and season with salt and pepper.
- Mix well and transfer the mixture into a baking dish.
- Top with butter and sprinkle with breadcrumbs.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbling.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, based on average values)
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 20g
- Note: Nutritional values may vary depending on the exact ingredients used.
Dish Characteristics:
- A combination of potatoes, beef, and cheese creates a rich and hearty dish.
- The sour cream adds a tangy flavor to balance the dish's rich ingredients.
- The dish is hearty, full of flavor, and makes for a great main course or side dish.
User Comments:
- "This dish was amazing! The combination of flavors was spot on."
- "I loved the texture of the hash browns in this casserole."
- "This dish was a hit with my family, will definitely make it again."
- "The sour cream added a nice tangy flavor, really made this dish stand out."
- "Easy to follow recipe, came out perfect!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use frozen shredded potatoes for hash browns as they are easier to handle and cook evenly.
- Use ground beef that is fresh and of good quality for best results.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste preference. Adding more salt and pepper may be necessary depending on the quality of the ingredients used.