Description
This Old-Fashioned Hamburger Casserole is a classic comfort food that’s perfect for a hearty and satisfying meal! Layers of tender potatoes, savory ground beef, and a creamy sauce are topped with melted cheese and crispy fried onions. It’s a simple and delicious casserole that’s great for a family dinner or a potluck.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound ground beef (or ground chicken, turkey, pork, or sausage)
- 3–4 cups potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced or cut into 3/4-inch chunks
- 2 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 2 (10 3/4-ounce) cans condensed cream of mushroom, celery, or tomato soup
- 1 cup broth (vegetable, chicken, or beef)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
- Cooking spray
Topping:
- 2 cups shredded cheese
- 1 cup crispy fried onions
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Grease a 13×9 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Sauté Vegetables and Brown Meat: In a large skillet, sauté onions, mushrooms, and garlic in olive oil. Add ground meat and cook until browned. Drain excess grease.
- Make Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together condensed soup, broth, heavy cream, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Layer Casserole: In the prepared baking dish, layer half of the potatoes, half of the soup mixture, half of the meat mixture, and half of the shredded cheese. Repeat layers.
- Bake: Cover with greased foil or a lid and bake for 90 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
- Broil and Serve: Uncover and broil to brown the cheese, if desired. Let rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Slice potatoes evenly for consistent cooking.
- Brown the ground beef separately to drain excess grease.
- Grease the foil or lid to prevent cheese from sticking.
- This casserole can be easily customized with your favorite vegetables or cheeses.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 1000mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
