Description
A hearty and comforting dinner casserole featuring layers of seasoned ground beef, tender sliced potatoes, and melted cheddar cheese, all baked to golden perfection. This easy-to-make cheesy ground beef and potato casserole is perfect for family meals and can be customized with veggies or spicier cheese varieties.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 cups sliced potatoes
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- ¼ cup water
Instructions
- Cook Ground Beef and Onion: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef along with the diced onion until the beef is fully browned and the onions have softened. Drain any excess fat from the mixture.
- Layer Potatoes: Arrange the sliced potatoes evenly in the bottom of a greased casserole dish to form the first layer.
- Add Beef Mixture: Spread the cooked ground beef and onion mixture evenly over the layered potatoes.
- Prepare Soup Mixture: In a small bowl, stir the cream of mushroom or chicken soup together with ¼ cup water until smooth, then pour this mixture evenly over the beef and potatoes.
- Bake Covered: Cover the casserole dish with a lid or aluminum foil and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 45 minutes, allowing the potatoes to cook through and the flavors to meld.
- Add Cheese and Finish Baking: Remove the cover, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top, then bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- For a complete meal, add mixed vegetables like peas, carrots, or corn between the layers.
- Use pepper jack cheese instead of cheddar to add a spicy kick.
- Make sure to slice potatoes evenly for uniform cooking.
- Allow casserole to rest 5 minutes before serving for easier slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
