Vegetables & Aromatics

• 1.8 pounds starchy potatoes (preferably white potatoes), peeled and sliced into 1/4 inch thick slices
• 2 Romano peppers (or bell peppers), deseeded and thinly sliced
• 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp chopped parsley, plus more for serving

Beef

• 1.1 pounds lean ground beef

Seasonings

• 1 tsp sweet paprika
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp chili flakes, plus more for serving

Liquids

• 2 cups chicken broth

Other

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp double concentrated tomato paste
• 1 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese