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Home » Recipes » Casserole Recipes

Hamburger Potato Casserole

Published: Nov 1, 2022 Last Updated: Nov 11, 2022 by Marye 1334 words. | About 7 minutes to read this article.

Layers of gooey cheese, tender potatoes, and lots of beef in a creamy sauce make this hearty hamburger potato casserole a hit with everyone!
Total time 1 hour 15 minutes
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When you need an easy weeknight dinner that's hearty enough for the hungriest family member give this recipe a try!

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  • ❤️ Why you'll love it
  • 🧾 Ingredients
  • 🔪 Instructions
  • 🥫 Storage
  • 📖 Variations
  • 💭 Things to know
  • 👩‍🍳 FAQs
  • 📚 Related recipes
  • 🍽️ Serve with...
  • 📞 The last word
  • Creamy Hamburger Potato Casserole
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❤️ Why you'll love it

  • An easy recipe with just six main ingredients
  • The best comfort food, especially on a cold day
  • Just takes a little bit of prep, making it a perfect weeknight meal

Hamburger potato casserole combines hearty lean ground beef with cheesy potatoes in an unbeatable dinner combination! This is one of those easy casserole recipes that you'll praise on busy weeknights, and end up looking forward to all week long!

🧾 Ingredients

This is an overview of the ingredients. You'll find the full measurements and instructions in the green recipe card (printable) at the bottom of the page.

Labeled ingredients list for hamburger potato casserole.

🔪 Instructions

This is an overview of the instructions. Full instructions are in the green recipe card at the bottom of the page.

Step by step instructions for hamburger potato casserole.
  1. In a large skillet, cook beef and chopped onion.
  2. Layer the meat, potatoes, and cheddar cheese in a greased baking dish.
  3. Pour the soup mixture on top and sprinkle with more shredded cheese.
  4. Bake hamburger casserole in preheated oven for one hour.

🥫 Storage

Easy dinner recipes that make easy leftovers? That's what I call a win-win.

Let your casserole come closer to room temperature before storing or freezing it.

Then, keep the extra hamburger potato casserole in an airtight container for three to four days—refrigerated of course. Pop it in the microwave until it's warmed and you've got lunch (or dinner) again!

You can also freeze leftovers for up to three months. Store the casserole in freezer-safe containers and thaw in the fridge before reheating.

Hamburger potato casserole with a serving taken out.

📖 Variations

  • This is a great meal to make in advance! Prep the dish as directed, but before baking, wrap the assembled casserole tightly in plastic or foil. Refrigerate or freeze—let it thaw in the fridge before baking.
  • Swap the meat. Any ground protein will work well. Turkey or pork are some good options. Or, use a meat mixture, combining hamburger meat with another type. No one will know but you!
  • No cheddar? No problem. Try it with American or Colby-jack. I'd avoid milder flavors, though, like mozzarella cheese.
  • What kind of potatoes? If you can't find the Yukon Golds recommended in this delicious hamburger potato casserole recipe, use Carola or red-skinned potatoes.
  • Experiment with fun mix-ins. Depending on what you've got a taste for, try stirring in some cauliflower, bell peppers, or mushrooms.
  • Don't forget the garnish! A dollop of sour cream and some extra seasonings, like parsley, finish off your dish as a chef would!
  • Try topping with these copycat French's Fried Onions.

💭 Things to know

Expert Tip: Yukon Gold potatoes don't have to be peeled, so they're the perfect time saver in this recipe. However, if you swap them for something else, like Russet potatoes, you'll want to remove the skin.

  • Don't forget to drain off the excess fat from your beef before stirring it into the potato casserole recipe. Otherwise, it can taste oily.
  • Buy pre-diced onions in the produce section to save prep time—and avoid onion-induced tears!
  • A mandoline slicer can help you quickly cut the potatoes into similar-sized slices. Use the mandoline guard to avoid cutting yourself!
  • However, a sharp knife will also do the trick (Though, if you've made sliced potatoes au gratin, you know this step can be a bit tedious.)
  • Shred a block of cheese for the best results. Pre-shredded has a waxy texture—once you notice the difference, it's hard to go back!
  • Spritz the underside of the aluminum foil with the non-stick cooking spray to prevent it from sticking to and peeling off your top layer of cheese.

👩‍🍳 FAQs

What do you serve with ground beef casserole?

We love ground beef casserole as a main dish along with a side salad or another simple steamed vegetable, like carrots or fresh green beans. Don't forget some rolls and you've got a delicious meal!

Can I make this with frozen hashbrown potatoes?

Sure thing! Thawed hash browns are tasty in place of the potatoes—and, they help save on prep time!

A serving of hamburger potato casserole on a white plate.

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  • Southern Green Beans
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📞 The last word

There's nothing like a big, steaming plate of hearty comfort food after a long day.

This casserole checks ALL the boxes. Definitely give it a try - I bet you love it as much as we do.

If you click on the number of servings in the recipe card you can adjust the measurements up or down for the exact number of servings you need. Don't forget that you can click on "add to collection" to save it to your own, private recipe box!

If you love this recipe please give it 5 stars! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Creamy Hamburger Potato Casserole

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Layers of gooey cheese, tender potatoes, and lots of beef in a creamy sauce make this hearty hamburger potato casserole a hit with everyone!
Course Main Dish - Ground Beef
Cuisine American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings:8
Calories:322
Author:Marye Audet-White
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Equipment Needed

  • Iron Skillet

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds ground beef
  • 1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes, thinly sliced - about 4 cups
  • 21.5 ounces cream of mushroom soup, 2 10.5-ounce cans
  • 2 cups onion, chopped - about half a pound
  • 1 ½ cups milk
  • salt to taste
  • freshly ground pepper, to taste
  • 1 ½ cups Cheddar cheese, shredded from a block; divided use

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Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375F.
  • Spray a casserole dish with no-stick cooking spray.
  • Set aside ½ cup of the cheese.
  • In a heavy skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and onion.
  • Drain fat.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup, milk, salt and pepper.
  • Layer the ½ of the potatoes, 1 cup of the cheese, and the cooked meat mixture. in a 13x9-inch baking dish.
  • Top with remaining potatoes.
  • Pour the soup mixture over the top.
  • Top with remaining Cheddar cheese.
  • Cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until potatoes are tender.
  • Continue baking for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Notes

Storage:
Let your casserole come to room temperature before storing or freezing it.
Keep casserole in an airtight container or covered with plastic wrap.  It will keep in the refrigerator for three to four days.
You can also freeze leftovers for up to three months. Store the casserole in freezer-safe containers and thaw in the fridge before reheating.
Tips
  • Yukon Gold potatoes don't have to be peeled, so they're the perfect time saver in this recipe. However, if you swap them for something else, like Russet potatoes, you'll want to remove the skin.
  • Don't forget to drain off the excess fat from your beef before stirring it into the potato casserole recipe. Otherwise, it can taste oily.
  • Buy pre-diced onions in the produce section to save prep time—and avoid onion-induced tears!
  • A mandoline slicer can help you quickly cut the potatoes into similar-sized slices. 
  • Shred a block of cheese for the best results. Pre-shredded has a waxy texture—once you notice the difference, it's hard to go back!
  • Spritz the underside of the aluminum foil with the non-stick cooking spray to prevent it from sticking to and peeling off your top layer of cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 322kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 63mg | Sodium: 463mg | Potassium: 808mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 252IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 205mg | Iron: 3mg

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    • 13"x9" casserole dish

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