Browned beef and onions encased in tender potatoes and smothered with a savory sauce. What else do you need? How about a crispy, golden brown topping of broiled Parmesan cheese! A satisfying dish for cool evenings.

Savory Beef and Potato Casserole

6 medium potatoes, scrubbed and sliced 1/4-inch thick
1 pound lean ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
1/2 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons crushed dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking dish; set aside.
2. Steam sliced potatoes until just tender, about 15 minutes; set aside.
3. While potatoes steam, brown beef and onions in a large saucepan; drain.
4. In a medium bowl, mix together mayonnaise, parsley, soy sauce, oregano, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
5. Sandwich beef and onions between two layers of potatoes; spread mayonnaise mixture evenly over potatoes. Bake, covered, for 30 minutes, or until potatoes are fully tender and casserole is hot. Remove from oven and preheat broiler. Take cover off casserole and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese; brown under broiler, about 5 minutes. Serve hot.

Makes 6 servings.