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Cheesy Ground Beef & Potato Casserole

A comforting casserole featuring seasoned ground beef, creamy potatoes, and a rich cheesy topping, perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef You can swap for ground turkey for a lighter option.
  • 4 medium potatoes, thinly sliced Pre-cook in the microwave for quicker baking.
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella) Use your favorite cheese blend.
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup Can substitute with cream of chicken soup.
  • 1 cup milk
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • to taste paprika or your favorite seasonings Optional for added flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and ground beef. Cook until the beef is browned and the onion is translucent.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, milk, and your desired seasonings. Mix everything well until blended.
  4. Grease a baking dish. Layer half of the potato slices at the bottom.
  5. Spread half of the cooked meat mixture over the potato layer.
  6. Pour half of the soup mixture over the meat.
  7. Repeat the layering process with the remaining ingredients, finishing with a generous layer of shredded cheese on top.
  8. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  9. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  10. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3g

Notes

For added texture, consider adding breadcrumbs or crushed potato chips over the cheese layer before the final bake. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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