Description
Cheesy Ground Beef & Potato Casserole is a hearty, comforting baked dish made with seasoned ground beef, tender sliced potatoes, and layers of melted cheese in a creamy sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 medium russet potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned. Drain excess fat. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- In a bowl, mix cream of mushroom soup and milk until smooth.
- Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the prepared baking dish. Top with half of the cooked beef mixture, then pour half of the soup mixture over it. Sprinkle with 1 cup of shredded cheese.
- Repeat layers with remaining potatoes, beef, soup mixture, and finish with the remaining cheese on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 15–20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender and cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Slice potatoes evenly and thinly to ensure even cooking.
- You can substitute cream of chicken soup for a different flavor.
- Add vegetables like peas or carrots for extra nutrition.
- For a crispier top, broil for 2–3 minutes at the end of baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American