Description
This Beef Potato Cheese Casserole is a comforting, hearty dish perfect for family dinners. Layers of seasoned ground beef, thinly sliced potatoes, and a creamy mushroom sauce combine with melted cheddar cheese to create a flavorful and satisfying casserole baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Mixture
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
Potatoes
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
Creamy Sauce
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup milk
Cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping)
Other
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for greasing the baking dish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Cook the ground beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat, then add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the onion softens.
- Season the beef: Stir in salt, black pepper, and paprika to the cooked beef mixture. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the creamy sauce: In a separate bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and milk. Stir until smooth and well mixed.
- Layer the casserole: In the prepared baking dish, arrange half of the thinly sliced potatoes in a layer. Top with half of the ground beef mixture, then spoon half of the creamy sauce evenly over the beef. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese on top. Repeat the layers—potatoes, beef, sauce—and finish with a layer of cheese on top.
- Bake the casserole: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the cheese is bubbly and golden brown on top.
- Serve and enjoy: Let the casserole sit for 5-10 minutes after baking to set. Serve warm and enjoy this rich and satisfying meal!
Notes
- You can substitute cream of mushroom soup with cream of chicken or celery soup for a different flavor.
- For a lower-fat option, use ground turkey instead of beef and reduced-fat sour cream and cheese.
- Adding herbs like thyme or rosemary to the beef mixture can enhance the flavor.
- Make sure to slice the potatoes evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
- Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
