Description
Cheesy hamburger potato casserole delivers comfort straight from midwest kitchen tables. Hearty layers of ground beef, potatoes, and melted cheese create a satisfying meal families will devour eagerly.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (1 lb) ground beef
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and sliced
- 1 small onion, diced
Dairy and Sauce Components:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Sauté ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until completely browned, carefully draining any excess fat.
- Create the first foundation layer in a greased casserole dish by arranging half of the sliced potatoes across the bottom.
- Distribute half of the cooked beef evenly over the potato layer, followed by scattering half of the diced onions.
- Generously spread cream of mushroom soup across the current layer, ensuring complete coverage.
- Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded cheese over the soup layer to add richness and flavor.
- Repeat the layering process with remaining potatoes, beef, onions, soup, and cheese to create a complete casserole structure.
- Gently pour milk across the entire surface to enhance moisture and binding.
- Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil to trap steam and prevent excessive browning.
- Bake for 1 hour in the preheated oven, allowing ingredients to meld and potatoes to soften.
- Remove foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes until potatoes become tender and cheese turns golden and bubbling.
- Allow casserole to rest for 5-7 minutes before serving to help set and cool slightly.
Notes
- Customize potato thickness by slicing evenly to ensure uniform cooking and prevent some pieces from being undercooked or mushy.
- Use lean ground beef to reduce excess fat and create a healthier version of the casserole without compromising flavor.
- Consider swapping cream of mushroom soup with homemade white sauce for a fresher, less processed alternative that controls sodium and preservative content.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like sharp cheddar, pepper jack, or a blend to add depth and personalize the dish’s taste profile.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg