Oh, yum — Hamburger Potato Casserole is pure comfort food: layers of seasoned ground beef, tender potatoes, and creamy sauce baked to bubbly perfection. 🥔🍖 Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy Sunday dinners!
🥘 Hamburger Potato Casserole
🧺 Ingredients (Serves 6)
- 1 ½ lbs ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika (optional)
- 4 cups thinly sliced potatoes (about 4–5 medium russets)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken)
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (plus more for topping)
🔪 Instructions
1. Preheat oven
- Preheat to 350°F (175°C).
- Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Cook the beef
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and onion until browned.
- Drain excess grease.
- Stir in garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika.
3. Prepare sauce
- In a bowl, whisk together cream of mushroom soup, milk, and 1 cup of cheese until smooth.
4. Assemble the casserole
- Layer half the potato slices on the bottom of the baking dish.
- Add half the beef mixture, then pour half the sauce over it.
- Repeat layers, ending with sauce.
5. Bake
- Cover tightly with foil and bake 1 hour.
- Remove foil, sprinkle extra cheese on top, and bake another 15–20 minutes, until potatoes are tender and cheese is golden and bubbly.
6. Rest and serve
- Let stand for 10 minutes before serving to set the layers.
🌟 Tips & Variations
- Creamier version: Use ½ cup sour cream in the sauce.
- Veggie boost: Add frozen peas or green beans between layers.
- Spicy kick: Stir in a pinch of cayenne or red pepper flakes.
- Make ahead: Assemble the night before, cover, and refrigerate; bake an extra 10–15 minutes.
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