Hamburger Hashbrown Casserole
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Posted: 08/25/25
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Looking for an easy, cheesy, and comforting dinner? Hamburger Hashbrown Casserole is packed with ground beef, hashbrowns, and a creamy, cheesy sauce for the ultimate crowd-pleasing meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, this hearty casserole comes together fast and is sure to be a family favorite!
Creamy sauce, shredded hashbrowns and savory beef covered in a cheddar cheese layer? This hamburger and hash brown casserole is definitely the ultimate comfort food to add to your meal plan this week.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- This 7 ingredient dish is quick to prepare and is ready in just over an hour.
- Brown the beef ahead of time and let the kids to the rest of the mixing, everything tastes better when the kids help.
- You can double up the batch and freeze one for another time.
Ingredients for Hamburger Hashbrown Casserole
- Ground beef – An 80/20 beef to fat ground hamburger is best for this casserole so it doesn’t dry out while baking.
- Onion – Diced white or yellow onion adds some texture.
- Shredded hashbrowns – We use shredded hashbrowns in this dish so they mix well with the rest of the ingredients.
- Cream of mushroom soup – Canned condensed soup adds flavor and creaminess. Any creamy canned soup will work well.
- Seasonings – Salt, ground black pepper, garlic powder
- Milk – Adds to the creaminess of the casserole.
- Cheddar cheese – Holds the casserole together and is used as a topping.
How to Make Ground Beef Hashbrown Casserole
- In a large skillet, add the hamburger and onions. Cook over medium heat until it is browned and no longer pink. Drain off any excess grease.
- In a large mixing bowl, stir together the ground beef mixture, hashbrowns, milk, cream of mushroom soup, seasonings and 1 cup of shredded cheese.
- Pour mixture into greased 13×9 baking pan.
- Bake in preheated oven 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 45 minutes until the hash browns are tender.
- Top the casserole with the remaining cheese and bake for 5 more minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Let the casserole rest at room temperature for 5 minutes before serving.
Storage and Reheating
Store leftover casserole in an airtight container for up to 3 days. These leftovers are great for lunch at work or school.
Reheat in the microwave or on the stove top, depending on how many people will be enjoying the leftovers.
Pro Tips
- Buy a block of cheese and shred it yourself. This will melt way better than the packaged shredded cheese you can buy.
- Want an even easier way to get veggies on the table? Add frozen veggies like peas and green beans to the casserole. Thaw and drain them if there is a lot of water in the bag before adding to the casserole mixture.
How long does hamburger hashbrown take to cook?
From start to finish, this casserole takes 50 minutes of cook time. Bake it for 45 minutes and then top with cheese before baking for another 5 minutes to really melt that shredded cheddar cheese.
Can I make hamburger hash brown casserole ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare this a day in advance and then bake it before serving.
You can also freeze it for another time whether you put it in the freezer before or after baking is up to you. Just be sure to let it thaw completely from frozen before baking.
Why is my hashbrown casserole runny?
If the hashbrowns are frozen when cooked, excess moisture will make the casserole soggy or runny. Make sure the hashbrowns are thawed in the fridge overnight before mixing and cooking this dish.
Can hamburger hashbrown casserole be frozen?
Yes, you can freeze this hash brown casserole.
You can either bake it, cool it and freeze it or freeze it without baking. Either way, ensure that it is completely thawed so that it cooks evenly. The best way to freeze is in an aluminum foil pan.
Do hashbrowns have to be thawed for a casserole?
I highly recommend thawing hashbrowns in the refrigerator overnight to avoid extra moisture which can lead to a soggy casserole.
This hearty dish is satisfying on so many levels. It is family friendly and a great one for the kids to help cook. Hamburger hashbrown casserole is bound to be a hit at the dinner table this week.
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Hamburger Hashbrown Casserole
This Hamburger Hashbrown Casserole is a quick and comforting dinner everyone will love. With cheesy hashbrowns, savory ground beef, and a creamy sauce, it’s an easy weeknight meal that’s always a hit.
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- ½ cup onions chopped
- 32 ounces frozen shredded hashbrown potatoes thawed
- 2 cans cream of mushroom soup (10.5 ounces each)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a 9×13 inch baking pan with a non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large skillet, add the hamburger and onions. Cook the beef over medium heat until it is browned and no longer pink. Drain off any excess grease.
- Then in a large mixing bowl, stir together the ground beef mixture, hashbrowns, milk, cream of mushroom soup, salt, pepper, garlic powder and half of the cheese.
- Pour this mixture into the prepared baking pan.
- Bake in preheated oven 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 45 minutes until the hash browns are tender.
- Top the casserole with the remaining cheese. Bake for 5 more minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Let the casserole rest at room temperature for 5 minutes and then the casserole is ready to serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Calories: 686kcal (34%), Carbohydrates: 39g (13%), Protein: 43g (86%), Fat: 39g (60%), Saturated Fat: 17g (106%), Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 13g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 148mg (49%), Sodium: 929mg (40%), Potassium: 1625mg (46%), Fiber: 3g (13%), Sugar: 4g (4%), Vitamin A: 419IU (8%), Vitamin C: 13mg (16%), Calcium: 438mg (44%), Iron: 5mg (28%)
How To Serve Hamburger Hashbrown Casserole
Hamburger casserole is pretty much a meal on it’s own, but of course you’ll want to add some color to the table. Tender Glazed Carrots or crisp Air Fried Broccoli are great places to start. If your family loves a good veggie and dip spread, whip up a creamy Dill Dip and chop up everyone’s favorite raw vegetables.
More Great Beef Casseroles
- When comfort is key, try crowd pleasing cheesy Frito Pie Casserole.
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- Cheesy and filled with bacon, Tator Tot Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole is an elevated beef dish made in the crock pot.
- Sloppy Joe Casserole is an easier to eat version of everyone’s favorite messy handheld topped with mashed potatoes.
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