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Cheesy Ground Beef & Potato Casserole

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Cheesy Ground Beef & Potato Casserole is a hearty, comforting layered bake made with seasoned ground beef, thinly sliced potatoes, a creamy soup base, and melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or feeding a crowd.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4–5 medium russet or Yukon gold potatoes, thinly sliced
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom or cheddar soup
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or butter (for greasing)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a skillet, cook ground beef with onion and garlic over medium heat until browned. Drain fat and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together soup and milk until smooth.
  4. Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the baking dish, followed by half of the beef mixture, then half of the soup mixture, and some shredded cheese.
  5. Repeat the layers with the remaining potatoes, beef, soup mixture, and cheese.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 60 minutes.
  7. Remove foil and bake an additional 15–20 minutes until top is golden and potatoes are tender.
  8. Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.

Notes

  • Swap cream of mushroom with cream of cheddar or celery soup.
  • Add frozen veggies like corn or peas for extra nutrition.
  • Use taco seasoning and Monterey Jack for a Tex-Mex version.
  • Can be assembled a day ahead and baked later—add 10–15 minutes to baking time.
  • Freeze cooked casserole for up to 2 months. Reheat after thawing overnight.

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