Italian hamburger deep dish

8 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1poundsGround beef
1teaspoonSalt
teaspoonPepper
1Clove garlic, finely chopped
Instant mashed potato buds, enough for 6 or 7 servings
2tablespoonsInstant minced onion
1teaspoonDried oregano leaves
3mediumsTomatoes, sliced
4ouncesMozzarella cheese, sliced or shredded

Directions

Heat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a rectangular baking dish, 11x7x1½". Cook beef, salt, pepper and garlic in a 12" skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until beef is brown; drain.

Prepare potatoes as directed on the package for 6 or 7 servings--except stir in onion and oregano. Spread half of the potato mixture on bottom of baking dish. Layer with beef and half of the tomatoes. Top with the remaining potatoes and tomatoes; sprinkle with cheese.

Bake uncovered for about 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

From the Betty Crocker Casseroles and One Dish Meals September 1996 issue

Formatted on October 3, 1996 by Jamie Calton