This cheesy, hearty casserole is the perfect comfort food to bring warmth and satisfaction to any meal. Combining layers of tender sliced potatoes, flavorful ground beef, and rich Cheddar cheese, this dish offers a delicious mix of savory flavors and creamy textures. It’s the kind of meal that feels like a hug on a plate—filling, easy to prepare, and loved by all ages.
The layers of thinly sliced potatoes, seasoned with just the right amount of salt and pepper, create the perfect base for the savory beef and cheese combo. Topping it off with a creamy Cheddar cheese soup mixture ties it all together, infusing the potatoes with a rich, velvety sauce. The result is a mouthwatering dish that balances the flavors of beef and cheese with the satisfying softness of the potatoes.
Baked to perfection with a golden cheese topping, this casserole is a great option for a family dinner, potluck, or any time you’re craving a comforting, no-fuss meal. Its simplicity and versatility make it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or special occasions alike. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to indulge in a hearty, cheesy delight that will quickly become a favorite in your recipe rotation.
Ingredients
1 pound crumbled ground beef
1 yellow onion, diced
3 to 4 pounds of potatoes, peeled and sliced
8 ounces, or more Cheddar Cheese, shredded
1 can Cheddar Cheese soup mix
12 ounces evaporated milk, or whole milk
½ cup milk
1 tsp salt
½ tsp pepper
How To Make
Preheat the oven to 350*
Spray a 9×13 baking dish with a non stick cooking spray
In a large skillet, add the onion and ground beef and cook until the meat is done
Slice the potatoes to about ¼” slices
Add one layer of potatoes to the bottom of the baking pan
Sprinkle with salt and pepper
Top with approximately ⅓ of the meat mixture and spread evenly over the potatoes
Sprinkle with ⅓ of the shredded cheese
Repeat this two more times in layers
The last layer should be the remaining cheese
In a bowl, combine the Cheddar cheese soup mix, the milk and the evaporated milk, with optional salt and pepper if desired
Pour the soup mix over the top of the potatoes and beef mixture
Cover the baking pan tightly with aluminum foil and place in the oven
Bake for one hour
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes to get a golden topping on the cheese.
If the potatoes are thicker, you will need to bake the dish longer
Enjoy