Description
A hearty and comforting casserole made with lean ground beef, creamy soups, tender potatoes, and plenty of melted cheddar cheese. Simple to prepare, family-friendly, and perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
1 pound lean ground beef (93% lean)
1 (10.5 oz) can condensed cream of celery soup
1 (10.5 oz) can condensed cream of cheddar cheese soup
1 (28 oz) bag frozen cubed potatoes with onion and bell peppers
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
Optional: chopped fresh parsley, sliced green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes, until no pink remains.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked beef, frozen potato mixture, condensed soups, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese evenly on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 15 minutes, until cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Garnish with parsley or sliced green onions before serving.
Notes
Add sausage for extra flavor or stir in sour cream for a creamier casserole.
For spice, add diced jalapeños or substitute pepper jack cheese.
Use ground turkey for a lighter version.
Mix in peas, corn, or green beans for added nutrition.
Freeze unbaked casserole for up to 2 months, wrapped tightly in foil.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
