Indulging in a Hearty Southern Hamburger & Potato Casserole is like wrapping yourself in the warm embrace of southern comfort food. This dish combines ground beef, creamy potatoes, and a blend of savory seasonings to create a dish that is ideal for family dinners or potlucks.
Ingredients
Scale:
1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups frozen hash brown potatoes, thawed
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
1 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1 cup crushed cornflakes or potato chips
2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef, diced onion, and minced garlic. Cook until the beef is browned and the onions are translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked beef mixture, thawed hash browns, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, salt, black pepper, paprika, and onion powder. Mix until evenly combined.
Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter. Spread the beef and potato mixture evenly in the dish.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
In a small bowl, mix the crushed cornflakes or potato chips with melted butter until coated. Sprinkle this mixture over the top of the cheese layer.
Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for about 5-10 minutes before serving.
