Ground Beef Casserole with Potatoes
A hearty dish combining layers of tender sliced potatoes, savory ground beef, creamy sauce, and melted cheese, perfect for cozy dinners and meal prep.
Ingredients
Potato Layer
- 4 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and sliced
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 can cream of chicken soup (10 oz)
- 1 can evaporated milk (12 oz)
- ½ cup milk
- 2 teaspoons salt, divided
- 1 teaspoon pepper, divided
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
Cheese Topping
- 4 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with diced onion, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper until the beef is no longer pink. Drain the grease and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, evaporated milk, milk, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and onion powder. Set aside.
Assembling
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Layer one-third of the peeled and sliced potatoes on the bottom, cover with one-third of the ground beef mixture, add one cup of shredded cheese, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Repeat layering two more times to create three complete layers.
- Pour the prepared milk mixture evenly over the top of your layers.
- Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 1 hour.
Final Baking
- Check if the potatoes are tender by poking with a fork. If cooked, remove the foil and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
- Return the casserole to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let the casserole sit for 15 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use a mandoline slicer for perfectly even potato slices. Try adding other vegetables like corn or peas for extra flavor. For a healthier option, substitute ground turkey for beef or use sweet potatoes.