Description
Hamburger Potato Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, combining layers of seasoned ground beef, tender potatoes, and a creamy, cheesy sauce. This hearty dish is easy to prepare and perfect for a weeknight meal, potluck, or holiday gathering. With simple ingredients and a foolproof method, this casserole is a family favorite that delivers on flavor and texture every time.
Ingredients
Scale
Core Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 for best flavor)
- 4 large russet potatoes, thinly sliced (about 1/8-inch thick)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (or cream of cheddar)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Optional Additions
- 1/2 cup sautéed onions
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat the oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray. - Prepare the ingredients
- Thinly slice the potatoes into even 1/8-inch slices.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess grease and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Worcestershire sauce.
- In a bowl, mix the sour cream and cream of mushroom soup to create a creamy base.
- Assemble the casserole
- Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the baking dish.
- Add half of the cooked ground beef over the potatoes.
- Drizzle half of the creamy mixture over the beef.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining potatoes, beef, and creamy mixture.
- Top with shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
- Bake the casserole
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes, until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Let it rest & serve
Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow the layers to set. Enjoy warm!
Notes
- Use Yukon Gold potatoes for a slightly buttery texture.
- To speed up cooking, parboil the potatoes for 5 minutes before layering.
- Swap ground beef for ground turkey or chicken for a leaner version.
- Add vegetables like spinach, zucchini, or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
- If the mixture appears too dry before baking, add a few tablespoons of milk or broth.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Hamburger Potato Casserole