Description
Hamburger Potato Casserole is the ultimate comfort dish that combines savory ground beef, tender potatoes, and gooey melted cheese for a meal that warms both heart and soul. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this one-dish wonder is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your tastes. Layers of flavor meld beautifully in the oven, creating a satisfying meal that everyone will love. Serve it at potlucks or cozy dinners, and enjoy the compliments that come your way!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (lean)
- 4 medium potatoes (russet or Yukon gold)
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 1 to 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- ½ cup milk
- 2 tbsp butter (melted)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Garlic powder (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for about 7-10 minutes, then drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion to the beef and sauté until translucent, seasoning with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Layer half of thinly sliced potatoes in a greased baking dish, followed by the beef mixture. Add remaining potato slices on top.
- Whisk together milk and melted butter; pour over casserole layers. Top with shredded cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes; remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg