29 December, 2025
Hamburger – Potato Casserole
Posted in : Beef on by : MikeZ
Hamburger – Potato Casserole
A hearty, yet simple one-dish meal the the whole family will enjoy. Difficulty: Easy
Servings 6
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- 9" x 13" Baking Dish
- Aluminum Foil to cover in oven
INGREDIENTS
- 1 lb Ground Beef - 85/15
- 4 medium Potatoes - Russet or Yukon gold
- 1 medium Onion - finely chopped
- 1 to 2 cups Shredded Cheese - Cheddar or Mozzarella.
- ½ cup Milk
- 2 Tbsp. Butter - melted
- Salt & Pepper - to taste
- Garlic Powder - to taste
- Rosemary & Thyme - Finely Chopped for Garnish
INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Place the Ground Beef in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it apart and cooking for 7 to 10 minutes or until fully browned.
- While Beef cooks, peel and thinly slice potatoes.
- When Beef is done, drain any excess fat.
- Return the skillet with the Beef to medium heat and add Onion. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
- Add Salt, Pepper, and Garlic Powder, stirring to meld flavors.
- Layer half of the potatoes into the baking dish and season with Salt and Pepper.
- Spread the beef-onion mix evenly over the potatoes.
- Top the meat with the remaining potato slices.
- In a small bowl whisk together the Milk and melted Butter, and pour over the top layer. Make sure it seeps through.
- Finish with Shredded Cheese in an even top layer.
- Cover with foil and bake 45 minutes until the potatoes soften. Remove foil and continue baking for 15 to 20 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Potatoes should then be fork tender
- Garnish with finely chopped Thyme and Rosemary.
- Allow the casserole to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Freshly shredded Cheese gives a creamier texture.
Use thin Potato Layers to ensure the milk reaches all slices.
For crispy edges, finish under a broiler for 1–2 minutes, monitoring carefully.
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