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Cheesy Ground Beef & Potato Casserole

A comforting one-pan casserole featuring layers of ground beef, potatoes, and melty cheese, perfect for cozy dinners and easy cleanup.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 4 medium potatoes, sliced Cut into uniform slices for even cooking.
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice) Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese.
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup milk
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: garlic powder, paprika, or other seasonings Add to taste for extra flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a skillet, brown the ground beef and onion over medium heat until the beef is cooked through. Drain excess fat.
  3. In a bowl, mix the cream of mushroom soup, milk, salt, pepper, and any additional seasonings you like.
Assembly and Baking
  1. In a greased 9×13 inch casserole dish, layer half of the sliced potatoes, followed by the ground beef mixture, and half of the cheese.
  2. Repeat the layers with the remaining potatoes, meat, and cheese.
  3. Pour the soup mixture over the casserole.
  4. Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  5. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and potatoes are tender.

Notes

For serving, pair with a fresh side salad or crispy garlic bread. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for about 3 to 4 days or frozen for up to 2 months. For easy reheating, use the oven or microwave.