Cheesy Hamburger Potato Casserole
Cheesy Hamburger Potato Casserole is a warm, hearty comfort dish made with layers of seasoned ground beef, tender potatoes, creamy sauce, and melted cheese. It’s similar to potato au gratin or cheesy scalloped potatoes, but with savory hamburger added to make it a complete and satisfying meal. It’s easy to prepare, budget-friendly, and perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
4–5 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
1 small onion, diced
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
Optional: 1/2 teaspoon paprika for extra flavor
Optional garnish: chopped parsley or green onions
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
Cook the Ground Beef
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add the ground beef and diced onion. Cook until the beef is browned and the onion is soft, about 5–7 minutes.
Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Drain excess grease.
Prepare the Cream Sauce
In a bowl, mix together the cream of mushroom soup and milk until smooth.
Layer the Casserole
Arrange half of the sliced potatoes in the bottom of the baking dish.
Spread half of the cooked beef mixture over the potatoes.
Pour some of the soup mixture over the layer and sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
Repeat Layers
Add the remaining potatoes, then the remaining beef mixture, pour the rest of the soup mixture over the top, and finish with the remaining cheese.
Bake the Casserole
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake an additional 15–20 minutes, until the potatoes are tender and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Rest Before Serving
Let the casserole rest for 5–10 minutes before serving so it sets nicely.
Serving Suggestions
This casserole goes great with:
A fresh green salad
Steamed vegetables
Garlic bread or dinner rolls
Tips
Slice the potatoes very thin so they cook evenly.
You can substitute cream of chicken soup if you don’t have mushroom soup.
Add sliced mushrooms or bell peppers for extra flavor and vegetables.
