Here’s a hearty and comforting Hamburger Potato Casserole recipe that combines ground beef, creamy potatoes, and cheesy goodness in one dish:
Ingredients (serves 4–6)
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4–5 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 cup (240 ml) milk
- 1 can (10.5 oz / 300 g) cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika (optional)
- 2 tbsp butter or oil for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat oven:
- Preheat to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or oil.
- Cook the beef:
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with onion and garlic until browned.
- Drain excess fat and season with salt and pepper.
- Prepare the sauce:
- In a bowl, mix milk and cream of mushroom/chicken soup until smooth.
- Layer the casserole:
- Arrange half of the sliced potatoes in the baking dish.
- Spread half of the cooked beef mixture over the potatoes.
- Pour half of the soup mixture on top and sprinkle with ¾ cup of shredded cheese.
- Repeat layers with remaining potatoes, beef, soup, and cheese.
- Bake:
- Cover with foil and bake for 45–50 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake another 15–20 minutes, until potatoes are tender and cheese is golden.
- Optional garnish:
- Sprinkle a little paprika or chopped parsley on top before serving for extra color.
Tips
- Thinly slicing potatoes helps them cook evenly.
- You can use Yukon Gold or red potatoes for a creamier texture.
- Add vegetables like peas or green beans for extra flavor.
- Leftovers taste even better the next day as the flavors meld.
If you want, I can create a full “comfort food dinner menu” using the recipes we’ve covered—brioche rolls, pot roast, strawberry pie, and this casserole—so it’s perfectly planned for a cozy meal. Do you want me to do that?
