A hearty, comforting casserole with seasoned ground beef, tender potatoes, creamy sauce, and melted cheddar cheese — baked in one dish for a no-stress dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1½ lbs ground beef
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4 medium russet potatoes, thinly sliced
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1 medium onion, diced (optional)
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1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
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½ cup milk
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1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
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1 tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp paprika
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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1 tbsp butter (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
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Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain grease, season with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
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(Optional) Sauté onions until soft.
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In a bowl, whisk together cream of mushroom soup and milk.
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Layer half the sliced potatoes, half the beef, and half the soup mix.
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Repeat with remaining potatoes, beef, and soup.
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Top with shredded cheese and dot with butter if using.
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Cover with foil and bake for 50–60 minutes.
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Uncover and bake 10–15 more minutes until the top is golden.
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Rest 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.