Description
Hearty cheesy hamburger potato casserole brings comfort and satisfaction to family dinner tables. Layers of ground beef, potatoes, and melted cheese create a filling meal you’ll savor with enthusiasm.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Protein:
- 1 pound ground beef
Vegetables:
- 4–5 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Dairy and Seasoning:
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C), ensuring the rack is positioned in the center for even cooking.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, sautéing diced onions and minced garlic until translucent and fragrant.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it into crumbles and cooking until completely browned and no pink remains. Season thoroughly with salt and pepper.
- Whisk cream of mushroom soup and milk in a separate bowl until the mixture becomes smooth and well-combined.
- Grease a casserole dish and create the first layer with half of the sliced potatoes, spreading them evenly across the bottom.
- Top the potato layer with half of the seasoned beef mixture, ensuring consistent coverage.
- Sprinkle half of the shredded cheese over the beef layer, creating a rich and melty foundation.
- Repeat the layering process with remaining potatoes, beef, and cheese, finishing with a generous cheese topping.
- Carefully pour the prepared soup and milk mixture evenly across the entire casserole, allowing it to seep between layers.
- Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes until potatoes become tender and cheese turns golden and bubbling.
- Allow the casserole to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving, which helps the layers set and makes cutting easier.
Notes
- Slice potatoes uniformly to ensure even cooking and a consistent texture throughout the casserole.
- Drain excess fat from ground beef to prevent a greasy dish and maintain a lighter, cleaner flavor profile.
- For a low-carb version, substitute potato slices with cauliflower or turnip slices, which provide similar texture and absorb flavors wonderfully.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like sharp cheddar or pepper jack to add extra depth and personalize the casserole’s taste.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg