Step 1

1. Preheat oven to 375 F and grease a 3-quart casserole dish with butter

Step 2

2. Cook potatoes in well-salted water for about 5 minutes, until fork-tender. Drain

Step 3

3. For the topping, heat the butter in a large pan or a wok over medium heat. Add bread cubes and seasonings and cook for two minutes. Stirring frequently. Transfer to a bowl and set aside

Step 4

4. To the same pan/wok heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and cook until they start to soften. Add remaining vegetables, meat, basil, and generously season with salt. Cook for two minutes, stirring as needed.

Step 5

5. To the same pan/wok, add the potatoes and coat with the veggie mixture.Transfer to the baking dish and scatter with tomatoes

Step 6

6. Whisk 1 1/2 cups of cheese, sour cream and cream/milk and pour over the potato mixture. Top with seasoned bread cubes and then with the remaining cheese.

Step 7

7. Bake for 35 - 40 minutes until golden brown