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Ground Beef Casserole Recipe Easy Comfort Food
Emily

Ground Beef Casserole

A hearty, family-friendly casserole made with ground beef, creamy soups, hash browns, and melted cheddar cheese. Easy to prepare and perfect for a comforting dinner any night of the week.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Casserole, Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5–2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of cheddar cheese soup
  • 3 cups frozen cubed potatoes (Southern-style hash browns, unthawed)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • optional add-ins: garlic powder, diced onions, frozen peas, bell peppers, paprika

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Foil
  • Spatula or spoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine browned beef, cream of mushroom soup, cream of cheddar soup, frozen potatoes, and ½ cup shredded cheddar. Season with salt and pepper and mix well.
  4. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Pour mixture into dish and spread evenly. Top with remaining ½ cup cheddar cheese.
  5. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  6. Remove foil and bake another 30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  7. Let casserole rest 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Customize this casserole by adding diced onions, garlic powder, peas, or bell peppers. For a smoky touch, sprinkle with paprika before baking. Leftovers reheat well and can be frozen for up to 2 months.