Description
Hearty Cheesy Hamburger Potato Casserole brings comfort and flavor to dinner tables with its irresistible layers of ground beef, potatoes, and melted cheese. Warm, satisfying layers promise a delicious meal that you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1.5 pounds (680 grams) ground beef
Vegetables:
- 1 yellow onion, finely diced
- 4 pounds (1.8 kilograms) russet potatoes, peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch pieces
Dairy and Seasonings:
- 2 cups grated cheddar cheese
- 1 (10.75-ounce/305 grams) can condensed cheddar soup
- 1 (12-ounce/340 grams) can evaporated milk
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) milk
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350F (177C). Coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Brown ground beef and onions in a large skillet over medium-high heat until meat is fully cooked. Eliminate excess grease and season with salt and pepper.
- Create alternating layers in the baking dish: spread potato slices as the base, followed by seasoned beef mixture, then sprinkle cheddar cheese. Repeat the layering process four times to ensure even distribution.
- Craft the cheese sauce by thoroughly blending condensed cheddar soup, evaporated milk, regular milk, and garlic powder in a separate bowl until completely smooth.
- Drench the layered ingredients with the prepared cheese sauce, ensuring complete coverage. Seal the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil.
- Bake covered for 60 minutes at 350F. Uncover and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes until the surface turns golden and develops a bubbling texture.
- Allow the casserole to rest for 5-7 minutes before serving, which helps stabilize the layers and enhances serving consistency.
Notes
- Boost flavor by sautéing onions until caramelized before mixing with ground beef for deeper, richer taste profile.
- Swap regular potatoes with sweet potatoes for a nutritious twist that adds natural sweetness and extra vitamins.
- Use lean ground turkey or chicken as healthier protein alternatives without compromising the casserole’s hearty texture.
- Customize cheese blend by mixing sharp cheddar with monterey jack or gruyere for more complex, multilayered cheese experience.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 438 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 590 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg