Dolly Parton’s 5-Ingredient Casserole

Dolly Parton’s 5-Ingredient Casserole
Ingredients:
– 1 pound lean ground beef (85 or 90%)
– 3 large russet potatoes, sliced 1/4-inch thick
– 2 sweet onions, sliced 1/4-inch thick
– 1 can diced tomatoes (preferably fire-roasted)
– 2 medium green bell peppers, diced
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Optional additions: 1 tablespoon diced butter, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper, pepperoncini
Directions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9×13-inch baking or casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until no longer pink, about 8 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and crushed red pepper if desired.
3. Layer the sliced potatoes at the bottom of the prepared dish, season with salt, pepper, and add butter if using. Top with the cooked ground beef, then the sliced onions. Season with salt and pepper, add the diced tomatoes, and bell peppers.
4. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 2 hours.
Notes:
For added flavor, consider topping with pepperoncini before baking.
Recipe Stats:
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
Calories per Serving: 320
Servings: 6
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