You’re going to love this one — a hearty, comforting Cheesy Hamburger Potato Casserole that’s perfect for feeding a hungry family or prepping ahead. Think of it as a cross between a cheeseburger and scalloped potatoes — creamy, cheesy, beefy, and satisfying.
🧀 Cheesy Hamburger Potato Casserole
🕒 Total Time: ~1 hour 15 minutes
🍽 Serves: 6–8
🥘 Ingredients:
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1.5 lbs ground beef
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1 medium onion, chopped
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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5 cups thinly sliced potatoes (Yukon gold or russets)
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1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (or cream of cheddar/chicken)
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1/2 cup milk
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2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
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Salt & pepper, to taste
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1/2 tsp paprika (optional, for color and flavor)
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1 tbsp olive oil or butter
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Chopped parsley (optional garnish)
🧑🍳 Instructions:
1. Preheat Oven
Preheat to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Cook the Ground Beef
In a large skillet, heat olive oil and sauté the onion until soft (3–4 min).
Add garlic and cook 1 more minute.
Add ground beef and cook until browned. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Drain excess fat.
3. Make the Sauce
In a bowl, whisk together cream of mushroom soup and milk. Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheese.
4. Assemble the Casserole
Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the baking dish.
Spread half the beef mixture over the potatoes.
Pour half the cheese sauce over that.
Repeat layers: potatoes → beef → cheese sauce.
Top with remaining 1 cup shredded cheese.
5. Bake
Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
Uncover and bake an additional 15–20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender and top is golden and bubbly.
6. Serve
Let rest 5–10 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.
🔄 Optional Add-Ins:
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Add a layer of sliced mushrooms, green beans, or corn for veggies.
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Sprinkle French fried onions or crushed Ritz crackers on top for crunch.
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Use Velveeta or Monterey Jack for a different cheese twist.