Here’s a hearty, comforting, and family-approved Cheesy Hamburger Potato Casserole — packed with seasoned ground beef, tender potatoes, and loads of melted cheese. Perfect for weeknight dinners or make-ahead meals!
🧀 Cheesy Hamburger Potato Casserole
🍽️ Serves: 6–8
⏱️ Total Time: ~1 hour 15 minutes
📋 Ingredients:
🔸 For the casserole:
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1 lb (450g) ground beef
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1 small onion, diced
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3–4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
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1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom or cream of cheddar soup
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1/2 cup milk
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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1/2 tsp paprika
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Salt and pepper to taste
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2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
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Cooking spray or butter (for greasing)
🔥 Optional Add-Ins:
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1/2 cup sour cream (for a creamier texture)
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Chopped green onions or parsley (for garnish)
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Crushed Ritz crackers or French fried onions for a crispy topping
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Prep Oven & Pan:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Cook Beef:
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In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and onion until browned.
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Drain excess fat.
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Season with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Prepare Sauce:
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In a bowl, mix cream of soup, milk, and (if using) sour cream until smooth.
4. Layer the Casserole:
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Arrange half of the sliced potatoes in the bottom of the dish.
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Spread half of the cooked beef over the potatoes.
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Spoon over half of the soup mixture.
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Sprinkle 1 cup of cheese.
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Repeat the layers: potatoes, beef, sauce, and top with remaining 1 cup cheese.
5. Bake:
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Cover with foil and bake for 60 minutes.
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Remove foil and bake for another 15–20 minutes, until potatoes are tender and top is golden and bubbly.
6. Cool & Serve:
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Let sit for 5–10 minutes before serving.
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Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions if desired.
🧊 Storage:
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Fridge: Keeps for 3–4 days in an airtight container.
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Freezer: Can be frozen before baking. Thaw overnight and bake as directed.