Description
This hearty Hamburger Potato Casserole combines layers of tender sliced potatoes, seasoned ground beef, and a creamy cheddar cheese sauce, all topped with a golden blend of cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. Baked to perfection, this comforting casserole makes for a satisfying family meal or a crowd-pleasing dinner option.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 3-4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick
- 10.5 ounce can condensed cheddar cheese soup
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease or spray a 9×13-inch casserole dish and set it aside to prepare for layering.
- Cook the Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Season it with half of the salt and pepper while cooking. Once the beef is fully cooked and no longer pink, drain excess grease and set the meat aside.
- Prepare the Cheese Sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine the condensed cheddar cheese soup, sour cream, whole milk, garlic powder, onion powder, and the remaining salt and pepper. Stir well until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Layer the Potatoes: Place half of the sliced potatoes in an even layer on the bottom of the prepared casserole dish, creating the base layer for the casserole.
- Add the Beef and Cheese Mixture: Evenly spread half of the cooked ground beef over the potato layer. Pour half of the prepared cheese sauce evenly over the beef. Then sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese on top.
- Repeat Layers: Repeat the layering process with the remaining potatoes, ground beef, cheese sauce, and shredded cheeses, building the casserole to full height.
- Bake Covered: Cover the casserole tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour. This allows the potatoes to cook through and the flavors to meld together.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese topping is bubbly and golden brown and the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Rest and Serve: Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes after removing from the oven. This helps the casserole set and makes it easier to serve. Enjoy your delicious hamburger potato casserole!
Notes
- For a creamier texture, you can add a little more sour cream or milk to the cheese sauce mixture.
- If you prefer, substitute mozzarella cheese with Monterey Jack or a mild white cheese for a different flavor.
- Make sure to slice the potatoes evenly for uniform cooking.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.
- To save time, the ground beef and cheese sauce mixture can be prepared ahead of time.
