Potato and Ground Beef Casserole – A Hearty, Comforting Classic

• 1 ½ lbs ground beef (or ground turkey for a leaner option)
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp dried oregano
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained (optional, for extra flavor)
• 4 medium russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, thinly sliced

For the Cheese Sauce:

• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ cups milk
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
• ½ cup shredded mozzarella (for extra cheesiness)
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp garlic powder

Preparation

Step 1: Prepare the Ground Beef Mixture

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