Southern Hamburger and Potato Casserole

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Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cook beef – Brown ground beef in a skillet, drain excess fat.
  3. Make sauce – In a bowl, mix cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, thyme, salt & pepper.
  4. Layer ingredients – Arrange half of the potatoes in the dish, top with beef & onion, then pour half of the sauce. Repeat layers.
  5. Add cheese – Sprinkle cheddar evenly over the top.
  6. Prepare topping – Mix breadcrumbs & melted butter, sprinkle over cheese.
  7. Bake – Cover with foil, bake 45 minutes. Remove foil, bake 15 minutes until golden & bubbly.

Variations

✔ Cheesy Bacon – Add crumbled bacon for smoky richness. ✔ Veggie Boost – Mix in sautéed mushrooms, bell peppers, or zucchini. ✔ Spicy Kick – Toss in diced jalapeños or cayenne for heat.

Tips for Success

✔ Thinly slice potatoes for even cooking. ✔ Drain beef well to prevent excess grease. ✔ Let it rest before slicing for better texture.

Storage & Reheating

  • Make ahead: Assemble & refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
  • Freeze leftovers: Store up to 3 months in airtight containers.
  • Reheat: Thaw in fridge overnight & bake until warm.

Nutrition (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 520
  • Protein: 32g
  • Carbs: 35g
  • Fat: 27g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 920mg

A classic Southern dish that’s easy, satisfying, and full of flavor. Enjoy!

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