I know how much you appreciate simple and comforting dinner ideas, especially when they feature ground beef and plenty of cheese. Today, I’m sharing two fantastic cheesy casserole recipes that are perfect for any night of the week.
These ground beef casseroles are designed to be easy to make, packed with flavor, and sure to become a new favorite for your family. Get ready for some seriously satisfying meals!
Jump to Recipe:
- 1. Easy Cheesy Ground Beef and Potato Casserole for Dinner
- 2. Simple Cheesy Hamburger Casserole Recipe
Easy Cheesy Ground Beef and Potato Casserole for Dinner
This hearty casserole layers seasoned ground beef with tender sliced potatoes and plenty of gooey cheese. It’s a comforting meal that comes together without much fuss, making it ideal for any busy evening.
Key Ingredients & Tips
- Browning the Beef First: Always brown your ground beef until no pink remains for the best texture and deeper flavor in your casserole. Drain any extra fat before mixing.
- Potato Selection: Using thinly sliced Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes ensures they cook evenly and become wonderfully tender within the casserole.
What You Need
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4-5 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
⏱️ Time: 50 minutes🍽️ Yields: 6-8 servings
How to Make It
Step 1: Get Ready
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and chopped onion over medium heat until the beef is fully browned. Drain any excess fat and season the beef with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Step 2: Layer It Up
In a medium bowl, stir together the cream of mushroom soup and milk. Spread half of the browned beef mixture in the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish. Layer half of the thinly sliced potatoes over the beef, then sprinkle with half of the cheese. Pour half of the soup mixture over the cheese layer. Repeat with the remaining beef, potatoes, cheese, and soup mixture.
Step 3: Bake Until Golden
Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the cheese is bubbly and lightly golden. Let it sit for a few minutes before serving.
📝 Final Note
Leftovers of this ground beef and potato casserole store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Simple Cheesy Hamburger Casserole Recipe
If you love a convenient one-pan meal, this easy hamburger casserole with pasta is a winner. It combines ground beef, noodles, and a rich tomato-cheese sauce for a dinner everyone will ask for again and again.
Key Ingredients & Tips
- Choosing Your Pasta: Egg noodles or elbow macaroni pasta work wonderfully here. They absorb the sauce nicely and hold up well during baking.
- Cheese Blend for Flavor: Don’t be shy with the cheese! A mix of sharp cheddar and some mozzarella adds great stretch and rich flavor to your casserole.
What You Need
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped (optional)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
⏱️ Time: 45 minutes🍽️ Yields: 6 servings
How to Make It
Step 1: Cook Your Base
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven, cook the ground beef, chopped onion, and bell pepper (if using) over medium heat until the beef is browned and the vegetables are soft. Drain any extra fat.
Step 2: Mix the Good Stuff
Stir in the undrained diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper into the beef mixture. Bring it to a simmer. Add the uncooked elbow macaroni and stir well to combine. Make sure the pasta is mostly covered by the liquid.
Step 3: Bake with Cheese
Cover the skillet or Dutch oven and bake for 20 minutes. Uncover, stir the casserole, then sprinkle the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses over the top. Return to the oven, uncovered, and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the pasta is tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
📝 Final Note
You can prepare this casserole ahead of time and bake it later. Just add an extra 10-15 minutes to the baking time if baking from cold.