Description
This hamburger potato casserole is a hearty, comforting dish featuring layers of seasoned ground beef, creamy mushroom soup sauce, and tender potatoes, topped with melted Cheddar cheese. A nostalgic favorite that is simple to prepare and perfect for feeding a family, it combines flavors and textures that both kids and adults will love.
Ingredients
Meat
- 1 pound lean ground beef
Soup Mixture
- 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
- ¾ cup milk
- ½ cup chopped onion
- salt and ground black pepper to taste
Potatoes and Cheese
- 3 cups peeled and thinly sliced potatoes
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare ingredients: Gather all ingredients and preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Cook ground beef: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, stirring frequently, until browned and crumbly, approximately 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard excess grease to reduce fat content.
- Mix soup sauce: In a medium bowl, combine condensed cream of mushroom soup, milk, chopped onion, salt, and ground black pepper. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Layer the casserole: Using a 2-quart baking dish, alternate layers starting with potatoes, then the soup mixture, followed by the browned ground beef. Repeat to use all ingredients, ending with a layer that will allow the cheese to be added later. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil to retain moisture during baking.
- Bake until potatoes are tender: Place the covered baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes, or until the potatoes are soft and fully cooked through.
- Add cheese topping and finish baking: Remove the foil carefully and sprinkle shredded Cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole. Return to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 5 to 10 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden.
- Serve: Remove from oven and let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving. Pair with a green salad or steamed green beans if desired. Enjoy your comforting hamburger potato casserole!
Notes
- You can substitute cream of chicken or celery soup for the cream of mushroom soup if preferred.
- This dish pairs nicely with fresh green salads or steamed green beans for a balanced meal.
- For a leaner casserole, be sure to drain the cooked ground beef well.
- Using thinly sliced potatoes ensures even cooking and tenderness.
