Hamburger Potato Casserole

A hearty, comforting Hamburger Potato Casserole with tender potatoes, savory beef, and a creamy melt of cheese.

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Course: dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Family Comfort

Keyword: cheesy casserole, ground beef dinner, hamburger casserole, Hamburger Potato Casserole, potato bake

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 1

Rest Time: 10

Total Time: 21

Servings:

Calories: 345kcal

Cost: $18

🍳 Equipment

1 9x13 baking dish For layering and baking the casserole
1 Mixing bowl Used for blending the soup and milk mixture
1 Mandoline slicer Optional tool for evenly sliced potatoes
1 Nonstick cooking spray Prevents sticking in the baking dish
1 Knife & cutting board For peeling and slicing potatoes
1 Skillet For browning the ground beef
1 Aluminum foil Covers the casserole during the first bake

Ingredients

▢ 8 small potatoes thinly sliced for even cooking
▢ 2.2 lbs ground beef browned and drained
▢ 2 cans cream of mushroom soup for creamy layering
▢ 1 ⅔ cups milk to loosen the soup mixture
▢ 1 ⅔ cups shredded Colby Jack cheese melt-friendly blend

Instructions

Warm the oven to 350°F to prepare for baking.
Cook the ground beef in a skillet and set it aside once browned.
Peel and thinly slice the potatoes, keeping pieces uniform.
Stir together the cream of mushroom soup, milk, and light seasoning in a bowl until smooth.
Grease a 9×13 dish with nonstick spray.
Arrange layers of potatoes, beef, sauce mixture, and cheese in the pan, then repeat and finish with cheese on top.
Cover the dish with foil and bake for 1 hour.
Remove the foil and continue baking for 30 minutes, until potatoes are tender.
Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

📝 Notes

Warm, cozy, and deeply nostalgic—this casserole tastes like family gatherings and slow evenings. Let the creamy layers bring you right back to the meals you never wanted to end.

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