Here’s a comforting, cheesy, and hearty Cheesy Hamburger Potato Casserole recipe — perfect for a family dinner with layers of ground beef, tender potatoes, and melty cheese!
🧀 Cheesy Hamburger Potato Casserole
Ingredients:
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1.5 lbs (700g) ground beef
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4 cups potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced (Yukon Gold or Russet work well)
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1 medium onion, chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup (or cream of celery)
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1 cup sour cream
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping)
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1/2 cup milk
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1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)
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Salt and pepper to taste
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2 tbsp butter or oil
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Fresh parsley or chives, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
2. Cook the beef:
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In a large skillet, heat butter or oil over medium heat.
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Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until translucent.
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Add ground beef, cook until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat.
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Season with salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce (if using). Set aside.
3. Prepare the sauce:
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In a bowl, mix condensed soup, sour cream, milk, and 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
4. Assemble the casserole:
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Layer half of the sliced potatoes evenly in the casserole dish.
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Spread half of the cooked beef mixture over the potatoes.
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Pour half of the cheese sauce over the beef.
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Repeat layers with remaining potatoes, beef, and sauce.
5. Bake:
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Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
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Remove foil, sprinkle extra cheddar cheese on top.
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Bake uncovered for another 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender and cheese is bubbly and golden.
6. Serve:
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Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
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Garnish with chopped parsley or chives.
Tips:
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For extra flavor, add sautéed mushrooms or bell peppers with the beef.
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Use thinly sliced potatoes for even cooking or parboil the potatoes for 5 minutes before assembling.
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Swap cheddar with Monterey Jack or mozzarella for a different cheese profile.