Hearty Ground Chuck and Vegetable Bake with Creamy Bechamel
What Started it all:
Onion, italian seasoning, potatoes, ground Chuck, ground Sage, carrots, Celery, dried basil, Dried Rosemary, dried parsley, dried thyme, ground cumin, ah, also please create a bechamel sauce for this.
This comforting dish is perfect for a cozy dinner! Packed with flavor from the ground chuck and a medley of vegetables, it’s topped with a luscious bechamel sauce that makes it irresistible. Let’s get cooking!
Ingredients
- 1 large Onion, diced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 4 medium Potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 lb Ground Chuck
- 1 tsp Ground Sage
- 2 Carrots, diced
- 2 Celery stalks, diced
- 1 tsp Dried Basil
- 1 tsp Dried Rosemary
- 1 tsp Dried Parsley
- 1 tsp Dried Thyme
- 1 tsp Ground Cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 tbsp Butter
- 4 tbsp All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- A pinch of nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent.
- Add the ground chuck to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the diced potatoes, carrots, and celery. Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning, ground sage, dried basil, dried rosemary, dried parsley, dried thyme, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well and cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- For the bechamel sauce, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden.
- Gradually add the milk, whisking continuously until the sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg if desired.
- Pour the bechamel sauce over the meat and vegetable mixture in the baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden on top.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
This Hearty Ground Chuck and Vegetable Bake is a delightful meal that brings warmth and satisfaction to the table. Serve it with a simple salad or crusty bread for a complete dinner. Enjoy every bite!