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Hamburger Potato Cheese Casserole

Hamburger Potato Cheese Casserole
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The Hamburger Potato Cheese Casserole is a comforting, cheesy, and hearty one-dish meal combining tender ground beef, creamy potatoes, and melty cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekend dinners, this easy-to-make casserole offers classic flavors, customizable options, and kid-friendly appeal that delivers both warmth and satisfaction with every bite.

Ingredients

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Meat and Vegetables

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 4–5 medium potatoes, thinly sliced or diced
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2–3 cloves garlic, minced

Dairy and Creamy Components

  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (or your favorite melting cheese)
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup
  • 2 tbsp butter or oil (for sautéing and topping)

Seasonings and Optional Add-ins

  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Optional fresh herbs (parsley or chives)
  • Optional vegetables (diced bell peppers, mushrooms, spinach)
  • Optional spicy add-ins (jalapeños, hot sauce)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the beef mixture: Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it apart as it cooks. Halfway through, add chopped onion and minced garlic to soften and develop flavor. Drain excess fat, then season with salt and pepper. This mixture forms the savory base of the casserole.
  2. Layer the potatoes: Thinly slice or dice the potatoes and spread them evenly in a greased casserole dish, ensuring slices are in a single, even layer to cook through uniformly.
  3. Add the creamy soup: Pour the cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup evenly over the potatoes, which binds the ingredients and keeps the casserole moist.
  4. Combine beef and cheese: Spread the cooked beef mixture evenly over the soup layer, then sprinkle a generous amount of shredded cheese on top to ensure gooey cheesiness in every bite.
  5. Bake to perfection: Cover the casserole dish tightly with foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45 to 60 minutes until potatoes are tender and the casserole is heated through. Remove the foil during the last 10 minutes to allow the cheese to turn golden and bubbly.

Notes

  • Layer potatoes evenly without thick overlapping for uniform cooking.
  • Drain excess fat from beef to prevent greasiness.
  • Choose sharp cheese for intensified flavor.
  • Let the casserole rest 5-10 minutes after baking to meld flavors and ease slicing.
  • Cover tightly with foil during baking to retain moisture and ensure tender potatoes.

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