Cheesy Hash Brown And Hamburger Casserole
Cheesy Hash Brown and Hamburger Casserole: A Family Favorite
Are you on the lookout for a delicious, hearty meal that’s easy to prepare and sure to please the whole family? Look no further than this Cheesy Hash Brown and Hamburger Casserole! This recipe combines the comforting flavors of creamy potatoes with savory ground beef, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. Plus, it’s a budget-friendly option that utilizes staple ingredients many of us already have in our kitchens. It is basically my Funeral Potatoes recipe with ground beef added in!
Why Choose Ground Beef?
Ground beef is not only versatile but also a fantastic budget choice. It’s a protein-packed ingredient that adds richness and flavor to any dish. In this casserole, the ground beef is paired with diced onions and garlic, which enhances the overall taste and aroma. This combination results in a mouthwatering base that complements the creamy, cheesy hash browns perfectly.
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Ingredients:
One of the best aspects of this casserole is how simple it is to throw together. With minimal prep time, you can have a satisfying meal ready to go. Here’s a quick overview of what you’ll need:
- 1 pound of ground beef
- 1 diced onion
- 4 to 5 minced garlic cloves
- 30-ounce bag of frozen hash browns
- 1 can of cream of chicken soup
- 1 can of cream of mushroom soup
- 8 ounces of sour cream
- 8 ounces of shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Seasonings:** garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper
- Toppings:** 1 cup of shredded cheese and French’s crispy fried onions
Instructions:
Start by browning the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until the beef is no longer pink. Drain any excess grease and set the meat aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the frozen hash browns with the cans of cream of chicken and cream of mushroom soup. Add the sour cream and shredded cheddar cheese, then season with garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Remember to hold off on adding any salt until the end to avoid an overly salty dish.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the frozen hash browns with the cans of cream of chicken and cream of mushroom soup. Add the sour cream and shredded cheddar cheese, then season with garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Remember to hold off on adding any salt until the end to avoid an overly salty dish. Mix in the cooked ground beef until well incorporated. Spread the mixture into a 9 x 13 baking dish and bake uncovered at 400°F for about 45 minutes.
After 45 minutes, remove the casserole from the oven. Top it with an additional cup of cheese and a generous helping of French’s crispy fried onions. Return it to the oven and bake for another 10 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the onions are golden brown and crispy.
Once baked to perfection, serve this cheesy hash brown and hamburger casserole hot. It’s perfect on its own or paired with a side of fresh vegetables or a crisp salad for a rounded out meal.
If you do make this recipe, please leave a comment and a rating! I love hearing from you and it helps so much! Thank you!
Cheesy Hash Brown and Hamburger Casserole
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground Beef or any kind of ground meat you like
- 1 Yellow Onion, Diced
- 4-5 Garlic Cloves, minced
- 30 oz Bag of Frozen Shredded Hash Browns
- 1 can Cream of Chicken Soup
- 1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup or you can use 2 cans of any "cream of" soups that you like!
- 1 cup Sour Cream
- 8 oz Shredded Sharp Cheddar + 1 more cup for topping
- 1-2 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1-2 tsp Onion Powder
- 1-2 tsp Black Pepper
- 1-2 Cups French's Fried Onions
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until the beef is no longer pink. Drain any excess grease and set the meat aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the frozen hash browns with the cans of cream of chicken and cream of mushroom soup. Add the sour cream and shredded cheddar cheese, then season with garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Remember to hold off on adding any salt until the end to avoid an overly salty dish.
- Mix in the cooked ground beef until well incorporated. Spread the mixture into a 9 x 13 baking dish and bake uncovered for about 45 minutes.
- After 45 minutes, remove the casserole from the oven. Top it with an additional cup of cheese and a the French’s crispy fried onions. Return it to the oven and bake for another 10 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the onions are golden brown and crispy.
- Season to taste if needed. Serve hot and enjoy!
Made this tonight, and it was really really good. Easy to put together, and turned out so tasty. Very much a comfort dish. <3
Thank you Adriane! I am so glad you liked it!
I made this last night, with a couple of small changes. I used ground Italian sausage and breakfast sausage together, 1# each( I made a double batch) . I used creme of celery and golden mushroom with sharp cheddar and four cheese Mexican. Mmmmmmm ???????
Sounds amazing, Glenn! Thank you so much for leaving a review 🙂
My family loved it! Very easy to make and delicious!
I really like Almost ALL your recipes, but this one is even BETTER with the frozen, cubed-style hash-brown potatoes, cooked either in the airfryer or pan-friend. We use 1/2 bag (20 oz) to make it a little lower-carb, and 4oz of cheese in the mix and the other 4 on top. For simplicity, I put the cheese and fried onions on top but then cook it covered and take the foil off for the last 10 to brown and crisp. Pure perfection in a comfort food. THANKS FOR YOUR RECIPES>
I really like Almost ALL your recipes, but this one is even BETTER with the frozen, cubed-style hash-brown potatoes, cooked either in airfryer or pan-fried. We use 1/2 bag (20 oz) to make it a little lower-carb, and 4oz of cheese in the mix and the other 4oz on top. For ease, I do the cheese and fried onions on top at the beginning, and cook it covered—taking off the foil for the last 10 to brown and crisp. Pure perfection in a comfort food. THANKS FOR YOUR RECIPES
I have the pickiest 13 yr old she doesn’t eat anything . Sometimes just toast for dinner. This is her favorite I’m cooking it tonight for her birthday dinner she had her choice of going out or dinner at home and this was her choice . She told me to make 4 pans of it. 🤣
Aww that is so cool! I love that she loves it so much! And please wish her a very happy birthday from me! 🙂
This was really good. I only made a few tweaks. I had refrigerated hashbrowns (20 0z) instead of frozen. I used 1/2 cup sour cream because of that and still used 2 cans of cream of chicken soup. I cooked it at 350 for 45 minutes since I didn’t have frozen hashbrowns. On the side I steamed a bag of peas and mixed it with my serving since I add vegetables to everything unlike the others in my household and it was great! This was my first time using a recipe from you. I look forward to looking for more great recipes from you.