Description
Comfort meets convenience in this cheesy hamburger potato casserole, a hearty dish blending ground beef, crispy potatoes, and melted cheese. Perfectly layered with savory seasonings, this one-pan meal satisfies hunger and brings families together around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Protein:
- 1 pound (453 grams) ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Vegetables and Base Ingredients:
- 4 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
Dairy and Sauce Ingredients:
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1 can (10.5 ounces or 298 grams) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 375°F, ensuring the cooking environment is perfectly prepared for the upcoming casserole creation.
- Sauté diced onions and minced garlic in a skillet over medium heat until the onions become translucent and fragrant, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Introduce ground beef to the skillet, browning thoroughly while breaking the meat into small crumbles. Season with salt and pepper, then drain any excess fat.
- Whisk cream of mushroom soup and milk in a mixing bowl until the sauce reaches a smooth, consistent texture.
- Prepare a 9×13 inch baking dish by lightly greasing the surface. Create the first layer with half of the sliced potatoes, distributing them evenly across the bottom.
- Distribute half of the seasoned beef mixture over the potato layer, followed by spreading half of the soup mixture and sprinkling a generous portion of shredded cheese.
- Construct a second identical layer, using the remaining potatoes, beef, soup mixture, and topping with the final layer of cheese.
- Seal the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes, allowing the potatoes to become tender and the flavors to meld together.
- Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15-20 minutes, allowing the cheese to become golden and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for a few minutes. Optional: garnish with fresh parsley before serving the warm, comforting dish.
Notes
- Choose lean ground beef to reduce excess fat and create a healthier version of the casserole.
- Swap regular potatoes with sweet potatoes for a nutrient-dense alternative that adds a subtle sweetness.
- Consider using low-fat cheese and cream of mushroom soup to make the dish lighter without compromising flavor.
- For gluten-free needs, replace cream of mushroom soup with a homemade gluten-free white sauce or cornstarch-thickened broth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg