Description
This Cheesy Hamburger Potato Casserole is a comforting, family-friendly dinner made with seasoned ground beef, tender Yukon potatoes, and a creamy cheese sauce. It’s the perfect hearty meal for any night!
Ingredients
- 1 (14-ounce) can cheddar cheese soup
- 1 (12-ounce) can evaporated milk or whole milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 ½ pounds Yukon gold potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Make the cheese sauce: In a medium bowl, combine the cheddar cheese soup, evaporated milk, and heavy cream. Mix until well combined, then set aside.
- Prepare the potatoes: Wash and dry the Yukon gold potatoes. Using a sharp knife or mandolin, cut them into 1/8-inch slices.
- Cook the ground beef mixture: Heat a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and diced onion. Cook until the beef is browned. Add garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook for another minute. Drain any excess fat and transfer the browned beef mixture to a plate.
- Assemble the casserole: In an oven-safe skillet or baking dish, layer the sliced potatoes, followed by ⅓ of the cheese sauce and ⅓ of the browned ground beef. Repeat with another layer of potatoes, sauce, and ground beef. Finish with a final layer of potatoes, but do not add the shredded cheese yet.
- Bake: Cover the casserole and bake for 1 hour or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Add the cheese: After baking, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Cool and serve: Allow the casserole to cool for 10 minutes, then garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve.
Notes
- You can substitute the ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- For extra flavor, feel free to add a layer of cooked vegetables, like spinach or bell peppers, in between the layers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 530 kcal
