Baked Meat and Potato Casserole with Cheese

Prepare the Meat Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, combine the 600g minced meat, salt, black pepper, sweet paprika, 1 egg, and 2 tablespoons of breadcrumbs. Add fresh parsley to the mixture, and mix well until everything is evenly combined.

Cook the Vegetables
Heat some butter in a pan over medium heat and sauté the chopped onions until they become translucent. Add the grated carrot and minced garlic to the onions, and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables soften.

Layer the Dish
Grease a baking dish with butter. Start by layering the sliced potatoes at the bottom of the dish. Season with salt, pepper, and a sprinkle of Italian herb blend. Drizzle with a little olive oil.

Add the Meat Layer
Spread the prepared minced meat mixture evenly over the potatoes. Press it down gently to create an even layer.

Add the Vegetables
Spread the sautéed onions, carrots, and garlic mixture over the meat layer. Add the sliced mushrooms and sprinkle with a little salt and pepper.

Add the Final Layer
Slice the tomato and place the slices on top of the vegetable layer. Drizzle with sour cream and sprinkle with fresh dill for extra flavor.

Top with Cheese
Sprinkle the grated cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.

Bake the Casserole
Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F). Bake the casserole for 50 minutes. After 50 minutes, reduce the temperature to 180°C (350°F) and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.

Serve and Enjoy
Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy it hot with your favorite side dish or as a standalone meal!