Cheesy Hamburger Potato Casserole
A comforting and satisfying casserole made with layers of ground beef, sliced potatoes, and creamy cheese, perfect for family meals or gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef Protein-rich base, savory depth
- 1 medium Onion, diced Flavor foundation, aromatic qualities
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced Enhanced flavor, aromatic enhancement
- 10.5 oz Cream of mushroom soup, can Creamy binder with additional flavor
- 1 cup Milk Adds moisture and creaminess
- to taste Salt Basic seasonings for flavor enhancement
- to taste Black pepper Basic seasonings for flavor enhancement
- 1 tsp Paprika Aromatic warmth and slight smokiness
- 4 medium Potatoes, thinly sliced Hearty carbohydrate component
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese Rich, melty cheese flavor
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese Adds gooey texture and creaminess
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and diced onion until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in the minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and paprika for about a minute.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup and milk until smooth. Set aside.
Assembly
- Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the greased baking dish.
- Add half of the cooked beef mixture and half of the cream soup mixture, followed by 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients, finishing with cheddar and mozzarella on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Feel free to customize with different cheeses or add vegetables for variation. Great for scaling recipes for gatherings.