Ground Beef and Potato Casserole
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Posted: 12/15/24
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An easy-to-make casserole dish combining the hearty flavors of ground beef and potatoes for a delicious and filling meal. This casserole recipe has sliced potatoes, seasoned ground beef in a creamy sauce topped with cheese. Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or a potluck gathering, this dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
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If you are needing some hearty comfort food recipes that are easy to make, then you’ve gotta check out this ground beef and potato casserole. It’s cheesy, creamy and takes only minutes to prep.
Give me an easy casserole recipe, and I’m a happy camper. Casseroles are one of the easiest ways to get dinner on the table, especially because they can often be served all on their own!
When I need an easy, cozy meal I always turn to recipes like cheesy ham casserole, Swedish meatball casserole and this yummy ground beef casserole. Just some simple ingredients that combine to make a gooey, creamy and flavorful dish that everyone enjoys! It’s a family-friendly
Why You’ll Love this Ground Beef and Potato Casserole
- This is a wonderful freezer meal! Build the casserole and then cover it in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and then freeze until needd.
- Ground beef and potatoes casserole is great for potlucks and parties, not only dinner time. Everyone will love how creamy and flavorful this dish turns out.
- I love this recipe because it’s so easy to make. Just prep, mix, dump into a casserole dish and bake!
Ingredients for Ground Beef and Potato Casserole
- Ground beef – I recommend using lean ground beef so that your casserole doesn’t turn out super greasy.
- Potatoes – Slice up some russet potatoes or yellow potatoes to use in this yummy casserole recipe.
- Beef broth – Chicken broth and vegetable broth will also work.
- Cream of mushroom soup – You can use cream of chicken soup if you prefer!
- Onion – Dice up a yellow onion or white onion to use in this recipe.
- Minced garlic – Freshly minced garlic is a must-have ingredient to add so much flavor to this ground beef casserole.
- Flour – Use a little bit of flour to thicken up the meat sauce mixture that you’ll pour into this casserole.
- Butter – Salted and unsalted butter will both work.
- Shredded cheese – Monterey jack cheese and colby jack would be yummy in this dish. You can also use shredded cheddar, mozzarella or any other cheese you want.
- Milk – For best results, use whole milk. But 2% milk works as well!
- Seasonings – This combo of spices and seasonings seasons the ground beef mixture just beautifully:
- salt
- black pepper
- oregano
- paprika
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How to Make Ground Beef and Potato Casserole
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and then grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with non-stick spray and set aside.
Peel and slice the potatoes thinly, about ¼ inch thick.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and then add the diced onion and garlic and sauté until the onion is translucent and garlic fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through. Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and paprika and stir until well combined.
Drain excess fat from the skillet, then sprinkle the flour over the beef mixture. Stir well to combine, and cook for another minute to brown the flour.
Gradually add the beef broth, milk and cream of mushroom soup to the skillet, stirring constantly. Continue cooking until the mixture thickens slightly, forming a gravy-like consistency.
Place the sliced potatoes in the bottom of the prepared baking dish, in an even layer, then sprinkle 1 cup of cheese over the top. Then spread the hamburger mixture on top.
Cover with foil and bake in preheated oven at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for about 45 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
Uncover the dish, sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese evenly over the top, and bake for another 8-10 minutes or until the cheese melts and bubbles.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
How to Store Leftover Ground Beef Casserole
Transfer leftovers to an airtight container or tightly wrap the casserole dish in plastic wrap or aluminum foil.
FRIDGE: Store leftovers in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
FREEZER: Cooked potatoes may not freeze, thaw and reheat well but you can store cooked leftovers if needed! Leftovers will keep for 2-3 months in the freezer.
Can I make ground beef and potato casserole ahead of time?
This is a wonderful make ahead dish! For best results, I recommend freezing an unbaked casserole for best results. Just cover tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and store in the freezer for 2-3 months. You can thaw overnight in the fridge or heat from frozen.
Just pop into the oven and baked until heated through. If you cook from frozen, keep in mind that you’ll likely need to add on some extra cook time.
Can I use something other than ground beef in this recipe?
Ground turkey and ground chicken are both fantastic lean options to use in place of ground beef. If you do use ground beef, I highly recommend using lean beef so that the casserole isn’t greasy.
Do I need to cook meat before putting it in a casserole?
Not all casseroles require you to cook the meat before adding it to casserole. However, for this casserole you need to cook the ground beef before turning it into the creamy filling. Brown the beef on the stove-top, drain well and then use in the filling!
What to Serve with Ground Beef and Potato Casserole
Pair this comfort food dish with some flakey homemade biscuits or easy air fryer garlic bread. Or add veggies onto your dinner menu with some air fried broccoli or roasted vegetables.
I love finishing off a cozy meal with sweet treat too. Homemade chocolate chip cookies or a gooey homemade brownies is the best dessert to serve after a casserole like this!
Pro Tips for the Best Ground Beef Casserole!
- Slice all of your potatoes evenly so that they all finish cooking at the same time. About a ¼ inch slices will work great!
- Wash the potatoes really well before peeling and slicing. Even when you peel potatoes, they must be clean first so there’s no funky flavors in your food.
- For the most gooey and melty results, shred your own cheese from a block.
This potato and ground beef casserole recipe will become a weeknight dinner staple. It’s so flavorful and so creamy!
More Ground Beef Casserole Recipes!
- Taco Casserole is by far one of the best recipes ever. Taco Tuesday can be in casserole form, right?
- Transform this classic into a casserole with a yummy Sloppy Joe Casserole. A delicious dinner time meal!
- Ok so maybe this isn’t exactly a casserole, but Frito Pie never gets old and this recipe is amazing.
- Make Ground Beef Casserole when you want a super easy pasta bake.
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Ground Beef and Potato Casserole
This easy casserole combines seasoned ground beef, sliced potatoes, and a creamy, cheesy topping for a hearty, crowd-pleasing meal perfect for weeknights or potlucks.
Ingredients
- 6 medium russet potatoes peeled and thinly sliced
- 2 Tablespoons butter
- 1 onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 2 Tablespoons flour
- 1 cup beef broth
- ½ cup milk
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup (10.5 ounce can)
- 2 cup shredded Colby jack cheese
- fresh parsley chopped for garnish optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with non-stick spray and set aside.
- Peel and slice the potatoes thinly, about ¼ inch thick.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until the onion is translucent and garlic fragrant.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through. Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and paprika and stir until combined.
- Drain excess fat from the skillet, then sprinkle the flour over the beef mixture. Stir well to combine, and cook for another minute to brown the flour.
- Gradually add the beef broth, milk and cream of mushroom soup to the skillet, stirring constantly. Continue cooking until the mixture thickens slightly, forming a gravy-like consistency.
- In the bottom of the prepared baking dish put the sliced potatoes in an even layer, then sprinkle 1 cup of cheese over the potatoes, then spread the hamburger mixture on top.
- Cover with foil and bake in preheated oven at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for about 45 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
- Uncover the dish, sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese evenly over the top, and bake for another 8-10 minutes or until the cheese melts and bubbles.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Tips
Transfer leftovers to an airtight container or tightly wrap the casserole dish in plastic wrap or aluminum foil.
FRIDGE: Store leftovers in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
FREEZER: Cooked potatoes may not freeze, thaw and reheat well but you can store cooked leftovers if needed! Leftovers will keep for 2-3 months in the freezer.
Nutrition Information
Calories: 431kcal (22%), Carbohydrates: 11g (4%), Protein: 27g (54%), Fat: 31g (48%), Saturated Fat: 16g (100%), Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 10g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 107mg (36%), Sodium: 1061mg (46%), Potassium: 699mg (20%), Fiber: 1g (4%), Sugar: 3g (3%), Vitamin A: 746IU (15%), Vitamin C: 2mg (2%), Calcium: 395mg (40%), Iron: 2mg (11%)
Elaine says
Very hearty and cozy. Love how soft the potatoes turn out and how creamy the sauce is.