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Delicious Hamburger Potato Casserole with beef, potatoes, and cheese baked to perfection.

Hamburger Potato Casserole

A cozy and comforting casserole featuring seasoned ground beef, tender potatoes, and plenty of cheese, perfect for busy nights.
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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: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 lb ground beef (preferably 80/20) Browned and drained
  • 4 medium russet or Yukon gold potatoes Sliced evenly
  • 1.5 cups milk Can be substituted with cream of mushroom or other cream soup
  • 3 tbsp flour For homemade creamy binder
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese For creamy bites
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese For stretchy bites
  • 1 tsp garlic powder For seasoning
  • 1 tsp salt For seasoning
  • 1 tsp black pepper For seasoning
  • 1 pinch paprika or chili powder For a little kick (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until no pink remains, then drain excess grease.
  3. Season the beef with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and optional paprika or chili powder.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together milk and flour until smooth. Heat on the stove until it thickens slightly, adding shredded cheese if desired.
  5. Slice the potatoes evenly to ensure they cook at the same speed.
Assembly
  1. In a greased baking dish, layer half of the sliced potatoes.
  2. Add half of the ground beef mixture and half of the cheese mixture on top.
  3. Repeat the layers with the remaining potatoes, beef mixture, and cheese.
  4. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  5. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is bubbly and golden.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat in the microwave or oven, adding a splash of milk if necessary.