This ground beef and potatoes casserole is classic comfort food made with tender sliced potatoes, seasoned ground beef, and a creamy, cheesy sauce. Budget-friendly and family-approved, this easy casserole is perfect for busy weeknights, make-ahead meals, and cozy dinners that always satisfy.
Ingredients
- Main Ingredients
- 1½ lbs lean ground beef
- 5 –6 medium potatoes peeled and thinly sliced (about ⅛ inch)
- 1 medium onion diced
- Flavor Base
- 1 can 10.5 oz cream of mushroom soup
- ¾ cup milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- Pantry Staples
- Olive oil or butter for greasing dish
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Peel and thinly slice potatoes.
- Cook the Beef
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and diced onion until browned.
- Drain excess grease.
- Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Make the Sauce
- In a bowl, whisk together cream of mushroom soup and milk until smooth.
- Layer the Casserole
- Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the baking dish.
- Top with half of the beef mixture.
- Spoon half of the soup mixture evenly over the top.
- Repeat layers with remaining potatoes, beef, and sauce.
- Bake
- Cover tightly with foil.
- Bake for 60 minutes.
- Remove foil, sprinkle with shredded cheese, and bake uncovered for 15–20 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
- Rest & Serve
- Let casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Thin potato slices are essential for even cooking.
- Foil traps steam so potatoes cook through—don’t skip it.
- Casserole thickens as it rests.