Description
Hearty 5-ingredient ground beef casserole blends savory flavors into a comforting midweek meal. Cheese-topped layers promise rich satisfaction for hungry families craving simple, delicious home cooking.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1/2 to 2 pounds ground beef
- 3 cups cubed frozen potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Soup Ingredients:
- 10.5 ounces (298 grams) cream of condensed mushroom soup
- 10.5 ounces (298 grams) cream of cheddar cheese soup
Seasoning:
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350F (175C) and lightly grease a 9″ x 13″ casserole dish with cooking spray.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, thoroughly cook ground beef until no longer pink, approximately 7-10 minutes. Drain excess grease and transfer beef to a large mixing bowl.
- Pour cream of mushroom and cream of cheddar cheese soups into the beef. Stir until ingredients are completely integrated and evenly distributed.
- Incorporate frozen cubed potatoes into the beef and soup mixture. Add half the shredded cheddar cheese, seasoning with salt and pepper to enhance flavor profile.
- Transfer the entire mixture into the prepared casserole dish, using a spatula to create an even surface. Distribute remaining cheese across the top for a golden crust.
- Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil to prevent excessive browning and promote even cooking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Carefully remove foil using oven mitts, then continue baking for an additional 30 minutes until cheese turns golden and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and let rest briefly before serving this hearty, comforting casserole.
Notes
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a lighter, leaner protein option that still delivers rich flavor.
- Enhance nutritional value by adding chopped vegetables like bell peppers, spinach, or zucchini directly into the beef mixture for extra vitamins and fiber.
- Reduce sodium by using low-sodium cream soups and selecting reduced-fat cheese, making this casserole more heart-friendly without compromising taste.
- Create a gluten-free version by ensuring all ingredient labels confirm gluten-free status, particularly checking soup and cheese packaging for potential wheat-based additives.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg