Sweet Potato Ground Beef Casserole Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
*diced *see note below
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons rosemary
*dried/crushed
- 1 lb. lean ground beef
*93/7 *see note below
- 1 medium yellow onion
*diced *white onion also works
- 1 14.5 oz can vegetable broth
*about 2 cups *see note below
- ½ cup heavy cream
*or half & half
- 1 & ⅓ cup instant rice
*white or brown
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 teaspoons parsley
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F. Peel and dice sweet potatoes into 1 inch cubes.
- 2
Place potato chunks in a 9 x 13" casserole dish, drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, pepper, garlic powder and rosemary. Place baking dish in the oven and roast sweet potato cubes for 30 minutes.
- 3
Meanwhile, place a large skillet on medium-high heat and add ground beef. Break apart with a spoon and stir until completely browned. (*If you use a higher fat content beef, drain excess fat before adding diced onion in step 4).
- 4
Add diced onion to the browned hamburger meat and sauté for 3-5 minutes until it becomes soft and translucent.
- 5
Remove casserole dish from the oven after 30 minutes have passed. Add broth, heavy cream, instant rice and sautéed beef/onion mixture. Stir well and use your spoon to pat mixture evenly into the dish. Cover with foil and return to the oven for 15 minutes.
- 6
After 15 minutes, remove foil and top the casserole with shredded cheese. Return to the oven (uncovered) for about 10 more minutes.
- 7
Allow casserole to rest and cool for 10-15 minutes. Add parsley flakes, plate and enjoy!
Sweet Potato Ground Beef Casserole Recipe
Similar Recipes
:max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/9219-sweet-potato-casserole-i-vat-4X3-crop-af78ce7e0bf64fb1ae28a5a09ae6963f.jpg)
Ratings & Reviews
Be the First to Rate
Your rating helps others discover amazing recipes. Share your experience and let others know what you think!
About this Recipe
Craving a hearty, comforting meal that's both easy to make and a crowd-pleaser? This Sweet Potato Ground Beef Casserole is your answer for those chilly fall and winter evenings, delivering ultimate, healthy-ish comfort food the whole family will love. What makes this casserole stand out is its clever balance of savory ground beef and sweet potatoes, all brought together with a creamy, cheesy finish. It's designed to be a family favorite that comes together with minimal fuss, delivering maximum flavor with everyday ingredients. Imagine rich, seasoned ground beef mingling with tender sweet potatoes and fluffy instant rice, all bound by a savory vegetable broth and heavy cream, then blanketed in a generous layer of melted cheddar cheese. Each spoonful offers a delightful blend of savory and subtly sweet, with a wonderfully comforting texture. This dish is designed to be super easy to prepare, making it a perfect weeknight hero that feels like a special occasion meal. Feel free to experiment with this versatile sweet potato casserole. If you don't have heavy cream, half & half is a perfect substitute for that creamy texture. You can also swap in white onion if you prefer or don't have yellow on hand. For the rice, either white or brown instant rice works beautifully, ensuring a quick and easy addition. This cheesy ground beef casserole is the ultimate warm meal for cozy nights in, especially during the colder months. It's substantial enough to be a complete meal on its own, perfect for family dinners or a comforting potluck contribution.