Comforting one-dish family meal (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 pound lean ground beef
02 - ½ cup diced yellow onion
03 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 2 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
05 - 1 cup beef broth
06 - 1 Tablespoon dried minced onion flakes
07 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
08 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
10 - ½ teaspoon salt
11 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
12 - 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided use)
13 - 1 cup sour cream
14 - 3 cups diced russet potatoes (about 3 russet potatoes)
15 - 1 cup diced carrots
16 - 1 Tablespoon dried parsley (optional, for garnish)

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. In a sauté pan add 1 pound lean ground beef, 1/2 cup diced yellow onion and 2 garlic cloves, minced over medium heat. Sauté for 5 to 7 minutes or until the juices run clear.
02 - Add 2 Tablespoons all-purpose flour. Stir for 1 minute.
03 - Add 1 cup beef broth, 1 Tablespoon dried minced onion flakes, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Stir for 1 minute.
04 - Add 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and 1 cup sour cream. Mix until combined.
05 - Transfer the meat mixture to the baking dish.
06 - Add 3 cups diced russet potatoes and 1 cup diced carrots. Stir until combined.
07 - Top the casserole evenly with the remainder 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese.
08 - Cover the dish with aluminum foil. Bake on the middle rack for about 30-35 minutes or until the potatoes and carrots are fork tender. NOTE: Oven times can vary so please go by done-ness and not necessarily the exact baking time. Check with a fork, if the potatoes are not fork tender, allow it to cook for longer.
09 - Evenly sprinkle 1 Tablespoon dried parsley on top before serving.

# Notes:

01 - A hearty casserole with all the savory flavors for a filling, simple dinner recipe featuring ground beef, veggies, potatoes, and lots of flavor!
02 - This casserole combines protein, vegetables, and dairy for a complete one-dish meal.
03 - The fork-tenderness of the potatoes is the best indicator of doneness, so check them rather than relying solely on timing.