Vegetable Beef Casserole

Ingredients

• 3 medium, unpeeled potatoes, sliced
• 3 carrots, sliced
• 3 celery ribs, sliced
• 2 cups fresh or frozen green beans
• 1 medium onion, chopped
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• 1 lb. lean ground beef
• 1 tsp. dried thyme
• 1 tsp. pepper
• 4 medium tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

In a 3 qt. casserole, layer half of the potatoes, carrots, celery, green beans, and onion. Crumble half of the uncooked beef over vegetables. Sprinkle with 1/2 tsp. each of thyme and pepper. Repeat layers. Top with tomatoes. Cover and bake at 400 degrees F for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 degrees F; bake about 1 hour longer or until veggies are tender and meat is done. Sprinkle with cheese; cover and let stand until cheese is melted. 8 servings.

By Robin from Washington, IA