Here’s a comforting, hearty recipe for Hamburger Potato Casserole — simple ingredients, big flavor, and perfect for feeding a family or meal prepping for the week!
🥘 Hamburger Potato Casserole
🍽️ Ingredients:
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1 lb ground beef
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1 small onion, diced
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3–4 cups thinly sliced potatoes (about 3–4 medium Russets or Yukon Gold)
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1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (or cream of cheddar or celery)
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1/2 cup milk
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1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon paprika
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Salt & pepper to taste
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Optional: chopped parsley or green onion for garnish
🔥 Instructions:
1. Preheat & Prep:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or similar size.
2. Brown the 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. Mix the Sauce:
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In a bowl, whisk together cream of mushroom soup and milk until smooth.
4. Layer the Casserole:
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Arrange half of the sliced potatoes on the bottom of the dish.
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Top with half of the cooked beef.
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Pour half of the soup mixture over.
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Sprinkle a bit of cheese.
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Repeat layers with remaining potatoes, beef, soup, and cheese.
5. Bake Covered:
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Cover with foil and bake for 60 minutes.
6. Bake Uncovered:
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Remove foil and bake for an additional 15–20 minutes, until the top is golden and potatoes are fork-tender.
7. Rest & Serve:
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Let rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
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Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions if desired.
🧀 Variations:
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Add sliced mushrooms, corn, or green beans for extra veggies.
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Swap beef for ground turkey or Italian sausage.
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Use cream of cheddar soup for an ultra-cheesy version.