Hamburger Potato Casserole Recipe
Looking for a hearty, budget-friendly meal? Try this Hamburger Potato Casserole Recipe. It's comforting, satisfying, and perfect for busy weeknights.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Aluminum foil
- Mixing bowl
- Oven mitts
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 5 medium russet potatoes thinly sliced
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a baking dish lightly with olive oil.
- Heat skillet over medium heat, add ground beef.
- Cook until browned, breaking meat into crumbles.
- Drain excess fat from the skillet.
- Add onions to beef, cook for 3 minutes.
- Stir in garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Mix soup and milk in a separate bowl.
- Layer half of the potatoes in the dish.
- Spread half the beef mixture on top.
- Pour half the soup mixture over layers.
- Sprinkle half the cheese evenly across.
- Repeat with remaining potatoes, beef, soup.
- Cover with foil and bake for 60 minutes.
- Remove foil, top with rest of cheese.
- Bake uncovered for another 15 minutes.
- Garnish with parsley and let rest 10 minutes.
Notes
- Slice potatoes thin to ensure even cooking.
- Use sharp cheddar for a richer flavor.
- Add frozen veggies for a nutrition boost.
- Try ground turkey for a lighter version.
- Let casserole rest before serving for best texture.