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Hamburger Potato Casserole Recipe

Delicious Hamburger Potato Casserole Recipe for Cozy Nights

Enjoy a hearty Hamburger Potato Casserole that's perfect for family dinners, delivering comfort and satisfaction in every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Use lean (85/15) for flavor
  • 4 medium Potatoes Russet or Yukon gold, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped and sautéed
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheese Freshly shredded cheddar or mozzarella
  • 1 cup Milk Adds creaminess
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Melted, to grease the dish
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Use lightly
For Extra Crunch (Optional)
  • 1 cup Bread Crumbs Sprinkle on top before baking

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking dish
  • Knife
  • Mandoline
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat for about 7-10 minutes and drain excess fat.
  3. Sauté the chopped onion in the same skillet for 3-4 minutes until translucent, adding salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  4. Peel and thinly slice the potatoes; grease a baking dish with butter and layer half of the slices.
  5. Spread the beef and onion mixture over the potatoes, followed by another layer of the remaining potato slices.
  6. Whisk together the milk and melted butter, then pour it evenly over the layers.
  7. Sprinkle cheese generously on top.
  8. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes; remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden.
  9. Check for doneness by inserting a fork into the casserole; let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish can be customized with various vegetables or meat substitutions. Ideal for leftovers or meal prep.

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