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Creamy 5-Ingredient Hamburger & Potato Casserole

A comforting and satisfying casserole made with just five ingredients, blending savory ground beef, tender potatoes, and a creamy cheesy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef For that delicious, savory flavor.
  • 4 medium potatoes Sliced thinly for even cooking.
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup For that creamy texture that binds everything together.
  • 1 cup shredded cheese Choose your favorite, like cheddar or mozzarella, for a melty topping.
  • to taste N/A salt and pepper To season your ground beef and elevate the flavors.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, seasoning it with salt and pepper. Make sure it’s cooked through and crumbly. Drain any excess fat.
  3. While the beef cooks, wash and slice your potatoes thinly, about 1/8 inch thick for even cooking.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked ground beef, sliced potatoes, and cream of mushroom soup, stirring until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13 inch casserole dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
  6. Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top, covering the entire surface.
Baking
  1. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  2. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden and the potatoes are tender.
  3. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Feel free to mix cheeses for variety. You can assemble the casserole ahead of time and store it in the fridge until ready to bake. Keep an eye on the casserole during the last few minutes of baking to prevent the cheese from burning.