Description
Hearty hamburger potato casserole delivers comfort and nostalgia on a single plate, blending ground beef, creamy potatoes, and melted cheese into a satisfying family dinner. Savory layers promise warmth and deliciousness you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1 pound ground beef
Vegetables:
- 1 small onion, diced
- 4 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Sizzle ground beef and diced onions in a skillet over medium heat until meat browns and onions soften, infusing the mixture with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Carefully drain accumulated fat.
- Craft a silky sauce by whisking cream of mushroom soup with milk until achieving a smooth, uniform consistency.
- Prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish with a light grease coating. Arrange the first potato layer, creating an even foundation. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, then distribute half the seasoned beef across the surface.
- Drizzle half the creamy soup mixture over the beef, ensuring thorough coverage. Construct a second identical layer using remaining potatoes, beef, and soup mixture.
- Envelop the dish with aluminum foil, then slide into a preheated 350°F oven. Bake for approximately 45-50 minutes, allowing potatoes to tenderize and flavors to meld.
- Remove foil and generously scatter shredded cheddar cheese across the casserole’s surface. Return to oven and bake an additional 10 minutes until cheese melts into a golden, bubbling landscape.
- Remove from oven and let rest briefly. Optional: Dust with paprika for a vibrant finishing touch. Serve warm and enjoy this hearty comfort dish.
Notes
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a leaner or vegetarian version that keeps the comforting essence intact.
- Use sweet potatoes instead of regular potatoes to boost nutritional value and add a subtle sweetness that complements the savory beef.
- Enhance flavor by adding finely chopped bell peppers or mushrooms during the beef cooking stage for extra texture and depth.
- Prepare casserole ahead of time and refrigerate unbaked, which allows flavors to meld and makes weeknight dinners super convenient.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg