Hamburger Potato Casserole

Here’s a hearty, comforting classic: Hamburger Potato Casserole—layers of seasoned ground beef, tender potatoes, and creamy, cheesy goodness. It’s perfect for family dinners or meal prep.

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🥘 Hamburger Potato Casserole

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Ingredients:

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef

• 1 small onion, diced

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 4–5 medium potatoes, thinly sliced (Yukon Gold or Russet work best)

• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (or use cream of cheddar or cream of chicken)

• 1/2 cup milk

• 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping)

• 1 tsp salt

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

• 1/2 tsp paprika (optional)

• Cooking spray or butter (for greasing dish)

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🔪 Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:

   • Preheat to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

2. Brown the Beef:

   • In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef with diced onion until browned. Add garlic in the last minute. Drain excess grease.

   • Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.

3. Mix the Sauce:

   • In a bowl, mix the cream of mushroom soup with milk and 1 cup of cheese.

4. Assemble:

   • Layer half the sliced potatoes in the bottom of the baking dish.

   • Spread half the beef mixture over the potatoes.

   • Pour half the soup mixture over the top.

   • Repeat layers: potatoes → beef → sauce.

   • Top with remaining cheese.

5. Bake:

   • Cover with foil and bake for 60 minutes.

   • Uncover and bake for 20–30 more minutes, until potatoes are tender and top is golden and bubbly.

6. Let Rest:

   • Let sit for 10 minutes before serving to firm up.

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🍽️ Tips & Variations:

• Add veggies like corn, peas, or green beans for a one-dish meal.

• Swap ground beef for ground turkey or sausage for a twist.

• Use a mandoline to slice potatoes thin and evenly for best results.

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Would you like a slow cooker version, or need it made gluten-free or dairy-free?