Description
A hearty and comforting Cheesy Beef and Potato Casserole, perfect for a family dinner. This recipe combines savory ground beef, tender potatoes, and a rich, cheesy sauce for a truly satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups diced cooked potatoes
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup crushed butter crackers (like Ritz)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef with the chopped onion until the beef is no longer pink. Drain off any excess grease. Stir in the minced garlic.
- In a large bowl, combine the condensed cream of mushroom soup, milk, sour cream, salt, and pepper. Stir in the cooked ground beef mixture.
- Add the diced cooked potatoes and 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese to the beef mixture. Stir to combine.
- Spread the mixture evenly into a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a small bowl, combine the melted butter and crushed crackers. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly and heated through.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese over the top. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can use leftover mashed potatoes or boiled potatoes for this recipe.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like peas or corn.
- For a spicier casserole, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American