Cheesy Hamburger Potato Casserole (Print-Friendly Format)
Hearty potatoes, melted cheese, and savory beef layered and baked to golden, bubbling perfection.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Main Components
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680 g ground beef or ground turkey
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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5 to 6 medium russet potatoes, thinly sliced (about 3 mm thick)
→ Dairy and Cheese
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200 g shredded cheddar cheese, divided
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100 g shredded mozzarella cheese, optional
→ Sauce
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300 g can cream of mushroom soup or cream of chicken soup
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240 ml milk
→ Seasonings
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1 teaspoon salt
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0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
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0.5 teaspoon paprika, optional
→ For Baking Dish
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1 tablespoon olive oil or unsalted butter, for greasing
# How to Make It:
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Preheat oven to 175°C. Grease a 33 x 23 cm baking dish with olive oil or butter.
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In a skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef or turkey with chopped onion until fully cooked. Drain excess fat, then stir in minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
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In a bowl, whisk together cream of mushroom soup and milk until a smooth sauce forms.
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Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Evenly spread half of the meat mixture over the potatoes. Pour half of the soup sauce over the meat, then sprinkle with 100 g cheddar cheese.
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Repeat with remaining potatoes, then remaining meat mixture, sauce, and top with the remaining cheddar cheese and mozzarella if using.
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Cover dish with aluminium foil and bake for 45 minutes.
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Remove foil and continue baking for 15 to 20 minutes, until potatoes are tender and cheese is golden and bubbling.
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Allow casserole to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Pairs well with green salad or steamed vegetables.
# Extra Tips:
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Thin, uniform potato slices ensure even cooking and a tender texture.