Ground Beef and Potatoes Bake

Ingredients:

• 4-5 potatoes, peeled and sliced
• Olive oil for drizzling
• Salt and black pepper to season
• 1/2 tsp sweet paprika (divided)
• 450 g (1 lb) ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1/2 tsp oregano
• 9 oz crushed tomatoes
• Optional: shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions:

1. Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare Potatoes:
   • Arrange the potato slices in a greased baking dish.
   • Drizzle with olive oil.
   • Sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and 1/4 tsp of the sweet paprika.
3. Bake Potatoes:
   • Bake the potato slices for 20 minutes, or until they start to soften.
4. Cook Ground Beef:
   • While the potatoes are baking, heat a skillet over medium heat.
   • Add the chopped onion and ground beef.
   • Season with salt, black pepper, the remaining 1/4 tsp of sweet paprika, and oregano.
   • Cook until the beef is browned and the onions are soft.
5. Add Tomatoes:
   • Stir in the crushed tomatoes.
   • Simmer the mixture for 10 minutes.
6. Assemble the Dish:
   • Spoon the beef mixture over the pre-baked potatoes.
   • If using, sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
7. Final Bake:
   • Bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
8. Serve:
   • Serve hot from the oven and enjoy your meal!

This dish combines the rich flavors of seasoned ground beef with tender potatoes, making it a simple yet satisfying dinner option.