Hearty Beef Potato Bake Comfort Food Done Right

Ingredients

• 4 large russet potatoes (about 8-10 oz/225-280g each), scrubbed clean
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened (30g)
• 1/4 cup milk or cream (60ml)
• 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, plus more for topping (30g)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (15ml)
• 1 pound ground beef (80% lean recommended) (450g)
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup) (150g)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for a little kick!)
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained (400g)
• 1/4 cup beef broth (60ml)
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish