Cheesy Hamburger Potato Casserole
This Cheesy Hamburger Potato Casserole is a hearty and delicious dish that combines ground beef, creamy cheese, and tender potatoes into a comforting meal. Perfect for a family dinner or potluck, this easy-to-make casserole will satisfy everyone at the table.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet
- 1 casserole dish (9x13 inches)
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 cutting board
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced About 2 lbs total.
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For cooking.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain any excess fat.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
- In the casserole dish, layer half of the sliced potatoes evenly on the bottom. Follow this with half of the cooked ground beef mixture. Pour half of the soup mixture over the top.
- Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese over the soup mixture.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining potatoes, remaining ground beef mixture, remaining soup mixture, and finish with the remaining cheddar cheese on top.
- Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- After 30 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
Add vegetables, such as bell peppers or corn, for extra flavor and nutrition.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, and it’s easy to reheat in the microwave or oven.