Description

This Easy 5-Ingredient Hamburger & Potato Casserole is a comforting and simple one-dish meal. Layers of thinly sliced potatoes and seasoned ground beef are bound together with creamy mushroom soup and milk, then topped with melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights, this casserole delivers hearty flavors with minimal effort.

Ingredients

Scale

Base Layer

1 lb ground beef

Potato Layer

4 large potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced

Binding Sauce

10.75 oz condensed cream of mushroom soup
1/2 cup milk

Topping

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Seasoning

Salt, to taste
Pepper, to taste

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the casserole.
Cook the Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Drain any excess grease, then season with salt and pepper to your taste.
Prepare the Potatoes: Peel and thinly slice the potatoes, then arrange an even layer on the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
Assemble the Casserole: Spread the cooked ground beef evenly over the potato layer. In a bowl, whisk together the condensed cream of mushroom soup and milk until smooth. Pour this mixture evenly over the beef layer.
Bake the Casserole: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour. After that time, remove the casserole and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top. Return it to the oven for an additional 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let it Rest: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. This resting period helps the layers set making it easier to serve.

Notes

For easier slicing, use a mandoline or a sharp knife to thinly slice the potatoes evenly.
If you prefer a richer flavor, substitute half-and-half for the milk.
You can add herbs like thyme or parsley to the beef for extra flavor.
To speed up cooking, partially boil the potato slices before layering.
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat thoroughly before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Category: Casserole
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: hamburger casserole, potato casserole, easy dinner, 5 ingredient recipe, ground beef casserole, baked casserole, comfort food