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Cheesy Hamburger Potato Casserole Recipe

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  • Author: Lora
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Casserole
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Cheesy Hamburger Potato Casserole is a comforting and hearty dish perfect for family dinners. Ground beef, savory onions, and garlic are layered between thinly sliced russet potatoes, smothered in a creamy mushroom sauce, and topped with melted cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. Baked to golden perfection, this casserole offers a deliciously cheesy and flavorful meal that's easy to prepare and sure to satisfy.

Ingredients

Meat and Vegetables

  • 1 ½ lbs ground beef (or ground turkey)
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 5 to 6 medium russet potatoes, thinly sliced (about 1/8 inch)

Dairy and Sauce

  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional, for extra meltiness)
  • 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken soup)
  • 1 cup milk

Seasonings and Oils

  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp paprika (optional)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or butter (for greasing the dish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish thoroughly using olive oil or butter to prevent sticking.
  2. Cook beef mixture: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef along with the chopped onion until the meat is fully cooked and onions are translucent. Drain any excess fat. Stir in the minced garlic, salt, pepper, and optional paprika, cooking for another minute to blend flavors.
  3. Make sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the can of cream of mushroom soup and milk until smooth to create a creamy sauce for the casserole.
  4. Assemble casserole:
  5. Layer potatoes: Arrange half of the thinly sliced potatoes evenly across the bottom of the greased baking dish.
  6. Add beef: Spread half of the cooked beef mixture evenly over the potato layer.
  7. Pour sauce and cheese: Drizzle half of the prepared mushroom sauce over the beef mixture and sprinkle with 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
  8. Repeat layering: Add the remaining potatoes, followed by the rest of the beef mixture, then pour the remaining sauce on top. Finish by sprinkling with the remaining cheddar cheese and the optional shredded mozzarella for extra cheesiness.
  9. Bake covered: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, allowing the potatoes to cook through and the flavors to meld.
  10. Bake uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 to 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the cheese on top is bubbly and golden brown.
  11. Serve: Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. It pairs wonderfully with a fresh green salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute ground turkey for ground beef.
  • You can substitute cream of chicken soup if you prefer a different flavor profile.
  • Make sure to slice potatoes thinly for even cooking.
  • Letting the casserole rest after baking helps it set and makes serving easier.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Find it online: https://meallora.com/cheesy-hamburger-potato-casserole-recipe/