Name: Easy Hamburger Potato Casserole Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 1 h 25 min
Total time: 1 h 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground beef; 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup; ¾ cup milk; ½ cup chopped onion; Salt and ground black pepper to taste; 3 cups peeled and thinly sliced potatoes; 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

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Introduction

Easy Hamburger Potato Casserole is a comforting and satisfying dish perfect for family dinners. Combining ground beef, tender potatoes, and creamy mushroom soup, it’s a hearty one-pan meal that everyone will love.

The image shows a baked dish in a clear glass rectangular pan, layered with thin slices of golden-brown potatoes at the bottom, topped with browned ground meat scattered evenly, and covered with a thick layer of melted, bubbly cheese that is golden in some areas and creamy white in others. The texture of the cheese is slightly crispy on top with soft, gooey spots underneath. The glass pan sits on a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
¾ cup milk
½ cup chopped onion
Salt and ground black pepper to taste
3 cups peeled and thinly sliced potatoes
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Step 2: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned and crumbly, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain any excess grease and set aside.
Step 3: In a medium bowl, combine the condensed cream of mushroom soup, milk, chopped onion, salt, and pepper. Stir well to mix.
Step 4: In a 2-quart baking dish, layer the thinly sliced potatoes, followed by a layer of the soup mixture, then the browned ground beef. Repeat layers as needed.
Step 5: Bake in the preheated oven for 1 to 1 ½ hours, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
Step 6: Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the shredded Cheddar cheese evenly on top. Return to the oven and bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 5 to 10 minutes.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, add garlic powder or smoked paprika to the soup mixture.
Use Yukon Gold potatoes for a creamier texture, or Russets for a firmer bite.
Try swapping the cream of mushroom soup for cream of chicken or celery for a different taste.
Add chopped bell peppers or mushrooms in with the ground beef for added vegetables.
If you prefer a cheesier top, mix half the cheese into the layers before baking.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave or warm the entire dish in a 350 degrees F oven until heated through, about 15-20 minutes.

How to Serve

A glass baking dish filled with a layered casserole, showing about three clear layers: the bottom layer is thin yellow potato slices neatly arranged, the middle layer is browned ground meat scattered evenly across the potatoes, and the top layer is golden melted cheese with small browned spots and some herbs sprinkled lightly. The texture of the cheese is bubbly and slightly crispy on top, while the potatoes beneath look soft and tender. The dish is placed on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen potatoes for this casserole?

Fresh, thinly sliced potatoes work best for even cooking and texture. Frozen potatoes may release extra moisture and become mushy, so fresh potatoes are recommended.

Is it possible to make this casserole ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the casserole and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before baking. Just add extra baking time if baking straight from the fridge.