Baked Cheesy Beef And Potato Casserole
Baked cheesy beef and potato casserole hits all the comfort food spots. It’s hearty, cheesy, filling, and the perfect dinner for picky eaters. Plus, it’s versatile–you can add some veggies or leave them out.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Servings | Prep Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 minutes | 1 hour 50 minutes | 6 | Beginner + |
What I Love About This Recipe
- The beef casserole is honestly a favorite for picky eaters. You can be sure you’ll have a happy and full family.
- It’s easy to make. There’s no skill involved.
- The recipe only calls for seven ingredients, so it’s easy!
Ingredients
- Ground beef
- Minced onion
- A packet of ranch seasoning
- Cream of condensed chicken soup
- Russet potatoes, sliced
- Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Milk
A full printable recipe with measurements and instructions is listed at the bottom of the post in the recipe card.
How To Make The Casserole
Start by adding the beef and minced onion to a large skillet. Brown the meat and drain the grease. Next, add the ranch seasoning, soup mixture, and 1-1/2 cups of shredded cheese and mix well.
Slice the potatoes (I used a mandolin) and line the bottom of the casserole dish with about half of the potatoes. Add half of the ground beef. Now add the other half of the potatoes and top with the remainder of the ground beef. Pour the milk over the meat.
Sprinkle the remainder of the cheese on top. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 1-1/2 hours. Remove the foil and bake for another 15-20 minutes.
More Beef Recipes
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- If you’re craving something rich and hearty, these cheesy beef and noodles totally hit the spot.
- You only need one dish to whip up this ground beef stroganoff casserole and it’s loaded with flavor.
- Let your slow cooker do the heavy lifting with this easy ground beef dinner idea that’s perfect for any night of the week.
Storage and Reheating Instructions
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. To reheat, place some in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave for two to three minutes or until the meat and potatoes are heated through.
Baked Cheesy Beef And Potato Casserole
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 tablespoon minced onion
- 1 ounce packet of dry ranch seasoning
- 10.75 ounce can of condensed cream of chicken soup
- 3 cups of shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 cups milk
- 4 Russet potatoes sliced I used a mandolin
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Add the ground beef and minced onion to a large skillet or pan. Drain the grease when done cooking.
- Next, add the ranch seasoning, soup, and 1-1/2 cups of shredded cheese.
- Slice the potatoes and add half to the bottom of the baking dish.
- Spread half of the meat mixture over the potatoes. Add the other half of the potatoes on top of the meat.
- Add the remainder of the ground beef to the top of the potatoes and spread out.
- Pour the milk over the meat mixture.
- Top with the remainder of the shredded cheese.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 1-1/2 hours.
- Remove the foil and bake for another 15-20 minutes.
Could one use frozen hashbrowns instead of sliced potatoes? Would that change the bake time?
Hi Angie,
I haven’t tried hashbrowns in this recipe, but I do think they would work. It might take less time cooking, so I would check about halfway through and see how it’s coming along. Hope you love it!