Prep Time::25 mins
Cook Time::35 mins
Total Time:: 1 hr
Servings::4
Yield::1 2-quart casserole
Ingredients
cooking spray
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
1 pound lean ground beef
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 cup green beans
1 cup tomatoes, diced
1 clove garlic, minced
2 potatoes, cooked and mashed
½ cup water
1 large egg, beaten
¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese (Optional)
Directions
Gather all ingredients.
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2-quart casserole dish with cooking spray.
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Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onion in hot oil until translucent, about 5 minutes.
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Add ground beef and basil. Cook and stir until beef is crumbly and browned, about 5 minutes.
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Mix in green beans, tomatoes, and garlic; cook until beans are slightly softened, about 5 minutes more.
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Transfer to the prepared casserole dish.
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Mix together mashed potatoes, water, and beaten egg in a medium bowl until smooth. Spread evenly over beef mixture.
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Bake in the preheated oven until potatoes start to brown on top, 15 to 20 minutes.
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Sprinkle with cheese and continue baking until cheese is melted, about 5 more minutes.
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Serve and enjoy!
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