Dolly Parton’s 5-Ingredient Casserole
Hearty, Homestyle, and Hugged in Southern Simplicity—A One-Dish Wonder Straight from Dolly’s Kitchen!
Sometimes, all you need is a few classic ingredients and a country queen’s touch. This Dolly Parton–inspired 5-Ingredient Casserole is the perfect throwback comfort meal. Layers of seasoned ground beef, tender potatoes, sweet onions, vibrant bell peppers, and juicy tomatoes come together in one pan for a slow-baked dinner that feels like a warm embrace. It’s simple, satisfying, and made for busy days when you need dinner to do all the heavy lifting.
Ingredients:
The Base 5 Ingredients:
- 1 lb lean ground beef (85% or 90%)
- 3 large russet potatoes, sliced ¼-inch thick
- 2 sweet onions, sliced ¼-inch thick
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes (fire-roasted preferred)
- 2 medium green bell peppers, diced
Optional Flavor Boosters:
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp diced butter
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper
- A few pepperoncini, for tangy Southern flair
