Description
Hearty hamburger & potato casserole brings comfort straight from grandma’s kitchen, promising a simple yet satisfying meal. Savory layers of ground beef, tender potatoes, and melted cheese create a delicious family-friendly dinner you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (453 grams) ground beef
Vegetables:
- 4–5 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 small onion, diced (optional)
Dairy and Seasoning:
- 1 can (10.5 ounces/298 grams) cream of mushroom soup
- 1–2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the cooking environment by warming the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly coating a baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Transform ground beef into a flavorful base by sautéing in a skillet over medium heat, seasoning with salt and pepper. Optional: incorporate finely chopped onions for enhanced depth of flavor. Eliminate excess fat by thoroughly draining.
- Construct the casserole foundation by creating an even layer of thinly sliced potatoes across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Distribute the seasoned ground beef uniformly over the potato foundation, ensuring complete coverage.
- Enhance the moisture and richness by gently spreading cream of mushroom soup across the meat and potato layers, creating a smooth, consistent blanket.
- Crown the casserole with a generous sprinkle of shredded cheese, promising a golden, melted topping.
- Shield the dish with aluminum foil and transfer to the preheated oven, allowing the ingredients to meld and potatoes to soften during a 40-45 minute baking cycle.
- Uncover the casserole for the final 10 minutes, letting the cheese transform into a crispy, appetizing golden-brown surface.
- Remove from the oven and allow a brief resting period before serving this comforting, straightforward meal to eager diners.
Notes
- Enhance flavor by adding minced garlic or diced bell peppers to the ground beef for extra depth and nutrition.
- Swap regular ground beef with lean ground turkey or plant-based meat alternatives for healthier protein options.
- Use low-fat cream of mushroom soup and reduced-fat cheese to create a lighter version of this comforting casserole.
- Boost vegetable intake by layering thin spinach leaves or adding diced zucchini between potato and beef layers for increased nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg