This Hamburger and Potato Casserole is a hearty, layered comfort food dish. It features savory ground beef and onions nestled between layers of tender sliced potatoes and a rich, creamy sauce, all topped with melted cheddar cheese.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Ground beef | 1 pound |
| Onion (medium, chopped) | 1 |
| Potatoes (medium, thinly sliced) | 3-4 |
| Salt | To taste |
| Pepper | To taste |
| Cheddar cheese (shredded) | 1/4 cup |
| Cream of mushroom or chicken soup (reduced) | 10.5 oz can |
| Milk | 1/2 cup |
| Sour cream | 1/2 cup |
| Optional: dried herbs, paprika | As desired |
How To Make Hamburger and Potato Casserole:
- Step 1: Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Step 2: Prepare the Ground Beef: Cook the ground beef and chopped onion in a pan over medium heat until the beef is browned and the onion is softened. Drain any excess grease. Season the mixture with salt and pepper.
- Step 3: Make the Creamy Sauce: In a separate bowl, mix the sour cream, milk, and condensed cream of mushroom or chicken soup until smooth and well combined.
- Step 4: Assemble the Casserole: In a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, begin layering:
- Start with a layer of thinly sliced potatoes.
- Top with a layer of the cooked ground beef mixture.
- Spread a layer of the creamy sauce.
- Repeat layers (potatoes, beef, sauce) until the ingredients are used, ending with a layer of potatoes and sauce.
- Step 5: Top with Cheese and Bake: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the casserole. Optionally, add paprika or dried herbs for extra flavor. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 1 hour. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20-30 minutes until the potatoes are tender and the topping is golden and bubbly.
- Step 6: Serve: Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving for easier slicing and handling.