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Cheesy Hamburger Potato Casserole for Weeknight Meals
Ayoub Bazzi

Cheesy Hamburger Potato Casserole

This comforting, protein-packed casserole is the ultimate weeknight solution for busy families. Featuring layers of tender russet potatoes and savory browned ground beef, all bound together by a rich, creamy sauce and sharp cheddar cheese, this oven-baked masterpiece is designed to satisfy. By utilizing turkey bacon for an added smoky crunch and essential pantry spices, this meal delivers deep flavor in every bite. It is easy to prepare, reheats beautifully, and provides a hearty, balanced dinner that turns simple staples into a restaurant-quality experience right in your kitchen.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs ground beef (85/15 fat ratio)
  • 4 medium russet potatoes, sliced 1/4 inch thick
  • 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked until crisp and crumbled

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat until fully cooked.
  3. Drain excess fat from the skillet.
  4. Layer half of the potato slices into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  5. Spread the cooked ground beef evenly over the potatoes.
  6. Whisk together the beef broth, sour cream, and garlic powder in a small bowl.
  7. Pour half of the cheese and half of the sauce mixture over the beef layer.
  8. Top with the remaining potatoes and pour the rest of the sauce over the top.
  9. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil.
  10. Bake for 40 minutes, then remove foil, add remaining cheese and turkey bacon, and bake for another 10 minutes until potatoes are tender.

Notes

Ensure potatoes are sliced evenly to guarantee uniform cooking. This dish can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated before baking, though you may need to add 5-10 minutes to the total bake time if cooking from cold.