Cheesy Hamburger Potato Casserole: The Ultimate Weeknight Comfort Bake
A cozy, cheesy, and satisfying casserole made with ground beef, potatoes, cream of mushroom soup, and melted cheddar. Perfect for busy weeknights or a comforting weekend dinner.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch casserole dish
- Large skillet
- Mixing bowl
- Sharp knife and cutting board
- Aluminum foil
Ingredients
- 5 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder or paprika (optional)
- ½ cup sour cream (optional)
- ¼ cup chopped green onions, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef with chopped onion. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in cream of mushroom soup, salt, pepper, and optional seasonings like garlic powder or paprika.
- Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the bottom of the prepared dish. Top with half the beef mixture. Repeat with remaining potatoes and beef.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 50 minutes. Then remove foil and bake an additional 10–15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with green onions if desired.
Notes
For creamier results, add a layer of sour cream between the beef and potatoes. Pre-cooking potatoes slightly helps speed up bake time and ensure tenderness.