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Cheesy Hamburger Potato Casserole

Cheesy Hamburger Potato Casserole: Comfort Food at Its Best

Cheesy Hamburger Potato Casserole is a comforting dish with tender potatoes, seasoned ground beef, and creamy sauce, perfect for family dinners.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 lb Ground Beef or Turkey Lean ground beef (85-90%) or turkey
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 4 medium Russet Potatoes Thinly sliced (1/8 inch)
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese Shredded
  • 1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup Or Chicken
  • 1/2 cup Milk Or Heavy Cream
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil or Butter For greasing the baking dish
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Crumbled Bacon For a loaded version
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions Chopped
  • 1 cup Salsa or Guacamole For serving

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Mandoline

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil or butter.
  2. In a large skillet, over medium heat, brown the ground beef or turkey for about 7-10 minutes, then drain excess fat.
  3. Add finely chopped onion and minced garlic to the cooked meat, sauté for 2-3 minutes until onions are translucent.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup with milk until smooth, then stir into the beef mixture.
  5. Thinly slice russet potatoes to about 1/8 inch thick and arrange the slices in a plate.
  6. Layer the casserole by placing a bottom layer of potatoes, half the beef mixture, and cheddar cheese. Repeat the layers, finishing with potatoes topped with sauce and cheese.
  7. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 60 minutes. Remove foil for the last 15-20 minutes for a bubbly cheese topping.
  8. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes, then serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For best results, slice potatoes uniformly and adjust seasonings to taste. Can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours before baking.

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