Ground Beef Casserole with Potatoes
This easy and hearty casserole layers seasoned beef, thin-sliced potatoes, cheddar, and a creamy sauce—perfect for cozy dinners and feeding a crowd.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Total Time: 85 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dinners
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
→ Main Ingredients
1.8 kg russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
450 g ground beef
1 medium onion, finely diced
→ Dairy & Dairy Alternatives
300 g cheddar cheese, shredded
295 ml evaporated milk
120 ml whole milk
→ Sauces & Condiments
285 g canned cream of chicken soup
→ Seasonings
10 ml salt
5 ml ground black pepper
10 ml onion powder
Instructions
Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F).
Brown the beef: In a skillet over medium heat, sauté ground beef with diced onion, 2.5 ml salt, and 1.25 ml pepper until browned. Drain excess fat and set aside.
Make the sauce: In a bowl, whisk together cream of chicken soup, evaporated milk, whole milk, 5 ml salt, 1.25 ml pepper, and onion powder until well combined.
Layer the casserole: Grease a 23 x 33 cm baking dish. Layer one-third of the sliced potatoes, then one-third of the beef mixture, and 75 g of cheddar cheese. Lightly season. Repeat the layers two more times.
Add sauce: Pour the milk and soup mixture evenly over the layers. Cover tightly with aluminium foil.
Bake: Place in the oven and bake covered for 60 minutes.
Final bake: Remove foil, check potatoes for tenderness, top with remaining cheddar cheese, and bake uncovered for another 5 minutes.
Rest: Let the casserole rest for 15 minutes to set before slicing and serving.
Notes
Use a mandoline for evenly sliced potatoes to ensure even cooking.
Letting the casserole rest after baking ensures it sets properly for clean slices.
Feel free to substitute with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
For a golden top, broil for an additional 2–3 minutes after adding the cheese.
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