Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cheesy Ground Beef and Potato Casserole. This delightful dish combines layers of tender russet potatoes, savory ground beef, and a rich cream sauce, all topped with gooey cheddar cheese. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, it offers a hearty meal that requires minimal prep and cleanup. Whether you’re looking for a cozy night in or want to impress your guests, this casserole is a satisfying choice that will warm hearts and fill bellies.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds russet potatoes (peeled & diced)
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
- 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup milk (2% recommended)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Grease a 9×13 casserole dish and spread diced potatoes evenly across the bottom.
- In a skillet, cook ground beef and onion over medium heat until browned; drain excess fat.
- Stir in garlic and frozen vegetables; cook for another 3 minutes before seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Spread the meat mixture over the potatoes in the casserole dish.
- In a bowl, mix together soup, milk, sour cream, half of the cheddar cheese, and Italian seasoning until smooth.
- Pour sauce evenly over the layers and gently stir to combine.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove foil, sprinkle remaining cheese on top, and bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and potatoes are tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (approximately 275g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg