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Easy 5-Ingredient Hamburger Potato Casserole

Easy 5-Ingredient Hamburger Potato Casserole

A simple and hearty dish perfect for a family dinner, combining ground beef, potatoes, and cheese in a creamy casserole.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 700
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 5 pieces small potatoes Peel and slice evenly for even cooking
  • 2 lbs ground beef Brown before assembling
  • 2 cans cream of mushroom soup Can substitute with cream of chicken soup
  • 1.5 cups milk Combine with soup for creamy texture
  • 1.5 cups shredded cheese Colby jack or cheddar recommended

Equipment

  • 9x13 baking dish

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Brown 2 pounds ground beef and set aside.
  3. Peel and slice 5 small potatoes and set aside.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cans cream of mushroom soup, 1 1/2 cups milk, salt and pepper to taste. Mix well. Set aside.
  5. Spray a 9x13 baking dish with non stick spray.
  6. Layer in the pan, potatoes, beef, soup, and cheese. Then repeat. Top with remaining cheese.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 1 hour.
  8. Remove foil and bake another 30 minutes until potatoes are fork tender.
  9. Allow it to sit for 10 minutes, then cut and serve.

Notes

Ensure potatoes are sliced evenly for consistent cooking. Consider experimenting with different cheeses and meats for variety.