## Dolly Parton's 5-Layer Casserole
### Ingredients
* **1 pound** lean ground beef
* **3 large** russet potatoes, sliced 1/4-inch thick *(For Low-Carb: Swap with 3 cups of sliced daikon radish, turnips, or rutabaga)*
* **2 large** onions, sliced and rings separated
* **1 can (15 oz)** diced or chopped tomatoes
* **1 ½** green bell peppers, chopped
* **To taste:** Salt, black pepper, and optional garlic powder or herbs
### Instructions
1. **Prep:** Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. **Brown the Meat:** In a hot skillet, brown the ground beef until completely cooked through. Season it generously with salt and pepper while cooking.
3. **Layer 1 (The Base):** Spread the sliced potatoes (or your low-carb root veggie swap) evenly across the bottom of the dish. Season this layer well with salt and pepper.
4. **Layer 2:** Evenly distribute the seasoned, browned ground beef over the potato base.
5. **Layer 3:** Add the sliced onion rings in an even layer. Season again with a pinch of salt and pepper.
6. **Layer 4:** Pour the can of diced tomatoes (with their juices) over the onions.
7. **Layer 5:** Top the entire dish with the chopped green bell peppers.
8. **Bake:** Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil. Bake for **2 hours** until the base layers are completely tender and the flavors have melded beautifully. Let cool slightly before serving.
> 💡 **Pro-Tip:** Because this comforting dish relies entirely on its core ingredients for flavor, don't skimp on the salt and pepper between each layer to ensure it turns out perfectly savorand delicious!