Ground Beef Potato Casserole made with lean ground beef, diced potatoes, cream of mushroom soup and shredded Cheddar cheese baked in a creamy delicious casserole.
I've been so busy lately that getting dinner on the table has been a bit of a challenge. It goes it spurts doesn't it? One minute you have time to plan and think; the next you're wondering what the heck you're going to make to feed your family!
Well this Ground Beef Potato Casserole was delicious, quick and SUPER easy to make; a.k.a the perfect weeknight meal!
My recipes usually don't contain prepared foods like soups, frozen or prepackaged ingredients. However, even I need a break every now and then and will settle for easy and convenient over fresh when I'm short on time.
Frozen diced potatoes are one of those items I keep as a staple because you can add them to so many recipes. Some of our favorites are Portuguese Chorizo and Potatoes, Hashbrown Casserole {Cracker Barrel Copycat Recipe}, and Corned Beef Hash.
Because our girls like their food on the spicy side, they opted to add some hot sauce to give this dish a little more kick!
Equipment
Ingredients Needed
For this recipe you'll need the following ingredients:
- lean ground beef
- cream of mushroom soup
- frozen diced potatoes
- chopped scallions (or onions)
- shredded cheddar cheese
- garlic powder
- kosher salt
- black pepper
Substitutions
Not everyone may like ground beef and mushrooms, but that doesn't mean you can't make it your own! Here are a few substitutions you can make to the ingredients.
- Chicken, Turkey, Pork or Italian Sausage
- Cream of Chicken or Celery Soup
How do you make Ground Beef Potato Casserole?
Start by preheating the oven to 350 degrees F. Add the ground beef to a nonstick skillet and brown over medium high heat until no longer pink; approximately 4-5 minutes.
Drain any excess oil from the pan; then add to a mixing bowl. Next, add the scallions, soup, water, potatoes, half of the cheese, garlic powder, salt and pepper; then mix together.
Place the mixture in a 1-quart casserole dish; then top with remaining cheese. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and the casserole is hot and bubbly.
Make Ahead Instructions
You can make this Ground Beef Potato Casserole ahead of time two ways:
- Prepare the casserole as described up until it's time to bake. Cover the dish and refrigerate overnight. When ready to cook; preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and bake 25-30 minutes until the casserole is hot and bubbly. This method may take a little longer to heat as the casserole will be cold from refrigeration.
- Prepare the casserole as instructed, allow to cool, cover and refrigerate. Reheat either in the oven until the casserole is hot and bubbly or place in the microwave for 3-5 minutes until heated through.
Storage
You can store this casserole in an airtight container the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
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Ground Beef Potato Casserole
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- ¼ cup chopped scallions (or onions)
- 1- (10-ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
- 1- (10-ounce) can water
- 1 pound frozen diced potatoes
- 8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- (optional) tabasco sauce (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and brown over medium high heat until no longer pink; approximately 4-5 minutes. Drain any excess oil from the pan; then add the meat to a bowl.
- Next, add the scallions, soup, water, potatoes, half of the cheese, garlic powder, salt and pepper; then mix together. Place the mixture in the casserole dish; then top with remaining cheese.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and the casserole is hot and bubbly.
Notes
- Prepare the casserole as described up until it's time to bake. Cover the dish and refrigerate overnight. When ready to cook; preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and bake 25-30 minutes until the casserole is hot and bubbly. (This method may take a little longer to heat as the casserole will be cold from refrigeration).
- Prepare the casserole as instructed, allow to cool, cover and refrigerate. Reheat either in the oven until the casserole is hot and bubbly or place in the microwave for 3-5 minutes until heated through.
Lisa says
I chose this over all other hamburger and potato casserole recipes on the Internet. It seems to be the most simple and I had all of the ingredients on hand. Can’t wait to try it tonight. Instructions don’t mention covering or uncovering as it bakes so I am going to try it uncovered. Thank you for sharing!
Carrie's Experimental Kitchen says
I hope you enjoyed the recipe!
Elizabeth Eaton says
Have my notes for future experimenting, which I know will work. My hubs tried it and said we can keep the recipe -- always our MO when I try something new. I assume for a double recipe, I need a 9x13" casserole. What about a triple? That info did not change accordingly.
Casey says
What adjustments would I take if using fresh russet potatoes?
Carrie's Experimental Kitchen says
This recipe only takes 30 minutes because the potatoes are already cooked. If using fresh potatoes, I would boil the potato whole with the skin on; then when fork tender remove from the water, peel and dice into small cubes before adding it to the recipe.