Description
Comforting cheesy hamburger potato casserole brings hearty Midwestern flavors to dinner tables with rich layers of ground beef, potatoes, and melted cheese. Generous portions promise satisfaction for hungry families seeking a classic one-dish meal packed with familiar, delicious ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound ground beef
Starch:
- 4 potatoes (sliced)
- 1/4 cup butter
Dairy and Seasoning:
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom soup
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350°F, creating an ideal cooking environment for the casserole.
- In a skillet, sauté ground beef with diced onions until meat turns brown and onions become translucent, carefully draining any accumulated fat.
- Whisk together cream of mushroom soup, milk, and melted butter in a separate mixing bowl, creating a smooth, creamy sauce.
- Arrange a foundational layer of thinly sliced potatoes across the bottom of a baking dish, ensuring even coverage.
- Distribute the seasoned ground beef mixture uniformly over the potato layer, providing a hearty protein base.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese generously across the beef, creating a rich, melty topping.
- Gently pour the prepared soup mixture over the entire casserole, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Shield the dish with aluminum foil, protecting the ingredients from direct heat.
- Bake for 1 hour, allowing the potatoes to soften and flavors to meld together.
- Remove foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes, allowing the top to achieve a golden, crispy finish.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5-10 minutes to stabilize the casserole’s structure.
- Serve piping hot, offering a comforting and satisfying meal.
Notes
- Swap ground beef with turkey or plant-based crumbles for a leaner, vegetarian-friendly version that keeps the hearty comfort food vibe.
- Thinly slice potatoes for faster cooking and more even texture, ensuring each bite is perfectly tender and creamy.
- Add a sprinkle of smoked paprika or dried herbs like thyme to elevate the flavor profile and bring more depth to this classic casserole.
- For a gluten-free option, use cornstarch instead of cream of mushroom soup or make a homemade version with gluten-free ingredients.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg