2 lbs. hamburger
1 clove garlic or 1 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 c. onion, chopped
1/2 tsp. salt
6 med. potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
2 cans (1 lb. each) tomatoes
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
9 bay leaves (optional)

Lightly brown hamburger and chopped onion in uncovered casserole in 375 degree oven. Crumble with fork and add garlic and salt. Drain excess fat.

Using 1/3 of each ingredient, put layer of beef in bottom of large greased casserole, then a layer of sliced potatoes, next a layer of tomatoes; sprinkle with salt and pepper and add bay leaves. Repeat layers and seasonings. Bake in covered casserole for 1 1/2 hours or until potatoes are tender. 8 servings.