Description
Comfort meets convenience in this hearty cheesy hamburger potato casserole, blending classic American flavors into one satisfying dish. Layers of seasoned ground beef, crispy potatoes, and melted cheese promise a deliciously simple meal that warms hearts and fills hungry bellies with pure home-style goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1.5 pounds (680 grams) ground beef
Vegetables:
- 1 yellow onion, finely diced
- 4 pounds (1.81 kilograms) russet potatoes, peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch thick pieces
Dairy and Seasonings:
- 2 cups grated cheddar cheese
- 1 (10.75-ounce) can condensed cheddar soup
- 1 (12-ounce) can evaporated milk
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350°F and coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Sauté ground beef and diced onions in a skillet over medium-high heat, seasoning with salt and pepper. Drain excess grease once meat is fully cooked.
- Create alternating layers in the baking dish: spread potato slices, sprinkle salt and pepper, add a portion of beef mixture, and distribute cheddar cheese. Repeat this process until four complete layers are formed.
- Whisk together cheddar soup, evaporated milk, regular milk, and garlic powder in a separate bowl until the mixture becomes smooth and well-combined.
- Evenly cascade the prepared sauce over the layered ingredients, ensuring complete coverage across the casserole.
- Shield the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 60 minutes. Uncover and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes until the surface turns golden and develops a bubbly texture.
- Allow the casserole to rest for 3-5 minutes, permitting the layers to settle and flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
- Customize potato thickness by slicing uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the casserole.
- Drain ground beef thoroughly to prevent excess grease, creating a lighter and less oily final dish.
- Consider using lean ground beef or turkey for a healthier protein option without sacrificing flavor.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like pepper jack or Swiss to add unique taste dimensions to the classic recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg