Description
This hearty and comforting hamburger potato casserole is the perfect family dinner. Layers of seasoned ground beef, tender potatoes, and gooey cheese are baked in a creamy sauce for a satisfying meal that’s sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 large potatoes, thinly sliced
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef with onion and garlic. Drain excess fat and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk and beef broth until smooth. Add thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer until thickened.
- Layer half the potato slices in the baking dish. Top with half the beef mixture and half the cheese. Pour half the sauce over the layers.
- Repeat layers with remaining ingredients.
- Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until potatoes are tender and cheese is bubbly.
- Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Tips:
- For extra flavor, add 1 cup of sautéed mushrooms to the beef mixture.
- Use a mandoline to slice potatoes evenly for consistent cooking.
- For a crispy top, broil for 2-3 minutes at the end of cooking.