Hamburger Potato Cheese Casserole

Here’s a hearty and comforting Hamburger, Potato, and Cheese Casserole recipe—perfect for a family dinner!

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Hamburger Potato Cheese Casserole

Servings: 6–8
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45–50 min

Ingredients:

• 1 lb (450 g) ground beef

• 1 medium onion, diced

• 3 cups peeled and diced potatoes (or frozen diced potatoes)

• 1 can (10.5 oz / 300 g) condensed cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping)

• ½ cup milk

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• Optional: chopped green bell pepper or mushrooms

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Instructions:

1. Preheat oven:

   • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Cook the beef:

   • In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and onion until beef is browned and onions are soft.

   • Drain excess fat.

3. Prepare the casserole mixture:

   • In a large bowl, combine cooked beef, diced potatoes, cream of mushroom (or chicken) soup, milk, 1 cup shredded cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

   • Stir until well mixed.

4. Assemble the casserole:

   • Pour mixture into a greased 9×13-inch (23×33 cm) baking dish.

   • Sprinkle extra shredded cheese on top.

5. Bake:

   • Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.

   • Remove foil and bake an additional 15–20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender and cheese is melted and bubbly.

6. Serve:

   • Let the casserole rest 5 minutes before serving.

   • Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions if desired.

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✅ Tips / Variations:

• For quicker cooking, use frozen diced potatoes; no need to thaw.

• Swap cream of mushroom for cream of celery or cheddar soup for different flavors.

• Add a layer of cooked bacon or sliced tomatoes on top for extra richness.

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If you want, I can also give a “one-pot stove-top version” that’s faster and just as cheesy, without using the oven.

Do you want me to do that?