Description
This Cheeseburger French Fry Casserole is a comforting and hearty dish that combines the flavors of classic cheeseburgers with crispy French fries in a creamy casserole. Perfect for family dinners, it layers seasoned ground beef with a tangy relish and creamy mushroom soup mixture, topped with shredded cheddar cheese and a crispy French fry crust baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/4 cup dill pickle relish
- 3 tbsp ketchup
- 3 tbsp mustard
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup (about 10.5 oz)
- 1 bag (24 oz) frozen French fries
Instructions
- Cook the ground beef: Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the ground beef until it is no longer pink, breaking it apart as it cooks to ensure even browning.
- Drain excess fat: Once cooked, drain the fat from the beef using a colander and transfer the meat to a 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Prepare the sauce mixture: In a small mixing bowl, combine the dill pickle relish, ketchup, mustard, minced garlic, and cream of mushroom soup. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Assemble the casserole: Pour the prepared sauce mixture evenly over the cooked ground beef in the baking dish.
- Add the cheese layer: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top of the mixture over the beef.
- Top with French fries: Cover the entire top of the casserole with the frozen French fries, spreading them out evenly to create a uniform layer.
- Bake the casserole: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for approximately 40 minutes, or until the fries are golden and crispy and the casserole is heated through.
- Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy this cheesy, crispy, and flavorful meal!
Notes
- You can use frozen steak fries or shoestring fries depending on your preference for texture.
- For extra cheesiness, sprinkle some cheese on top of fries during the last 5 minutes of baking.
- Make sure to drain the fat well from the cooked beef to avoid a greasy casserole.
- Feel free to customize the sauce mixture with a bit of Worcestershire sauce or hot sauce for added flavor.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven to maintain crispness.
