Name: Hamburger Potato Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground beef; 1 medium onion, finely diced; 1/4 cup butter; 2 medium cloves garlic, minced; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 2 cups whole milk; 1/2 cup chicken broth; 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves; 1 teaspoon fine sea salt; 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 3 pounds russet potatoes, sliced into rounds about 1/4” thick; 1 1/2 cups freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided

Description

A hearty Hamburger Potato Casserole featuring layers of ground beef, creamy potatoes, and gooey cheese, perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings.

Ingredients

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1 pound lean ground beef
1 medium onion, finely diced
1/4 cup butter
2 medium cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 pounds russet potatoes, sliced into rounds about 1/4” thick
1 1/2 cups freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (176°C).
In a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and onion until the beef is no longer pink, about 10 minutes. Break up the beef while cooking.
Remove beef, discard grease, and wipe out the skillet. Return skillet to medium heat and melt the butter.
Add garlic and sauté for about 2 minutes.
Whisk in the flour until combined into an even texture.
Mix the milk and chicken broth in a bowl, then gradually whisk into the roux until smooth.
Add parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring the sauce to a light boil and simmer for 1 minute, then stir in 1 cup of shredded cheese.
Grease a 13×9 casserole dish and layer 1/3 of the potatoes, seasoning with salt and pepper, then 1/3 of the sauce and beef.
Repeat to create three layers, ending with cheese on top.
Cover with foil and bake for 1 hour. Remove foil and bake for another 15 minutes, then broil for 3-4 minutes until cheese is golden.
Let it rest for 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, consider mixing sharp cheddar with mozzarella or adding vegetables like peas.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 425
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 80mg