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Cheesy hamburger potato casserole topped with melted cheese and ground beef.

Cheesy Hamburger Potato Casserole

A comforting casserole packed with layers of ground beef, sliced potatoes, and melted cheese, perfect for family dinners and busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs ground beef (or ground turkey) Use ground turkey for a lighter version.
  • 1 medium onion (chopped)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 5-6 medium russet potatoes (thinly sliced, about 1/8 inch) Thin slices ensure even cooking.
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided) Reserve some for topping.
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella (optional) Add for extra meltiness.
  • 1 10.5 oz can cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken) This acts as the glue in the casserole.
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp paprika (optional) For additional flavor.
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or butter (for greasing the dish) Grease the baking dish for easy serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil or butter.
  2. In a skillet, brown the ground beef with the chopped onion until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika. Remove from heat.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup and milk until smooth.
Assembly
  1. Layer half of the sliced potatoes on the bottom of the baking dish.
  2. Spread half of the beef mixture over the potatoes.
  3. Pour half of the sauce over the beef and sprinkle with 1 cup of cheddar cheese.
  4. Repeat layers with the remaining potatoes, beef, sauce, and finish with the rest of the cheddar and mozzarella.
Baking
  1. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  2. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, until potatoes are tender and cheese is bubbly and golden.
  3. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Great with a green salad or steamed veggies.

Notes

This dish not only makes a filling meal but also pairs well with lighter mains like a balsamic-thyme potato torte. It can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated, just remember to bake a little longer if prepared cold.