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5-Ingredient Ground Beef Casserole

5-Ingredient Ground Beef Casserole: A Quick Comfort Classic

This 5-Ingredient Ground Beef Casserole is an easy, budget-friendly meal that satisfies even picky eaters.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Use 85/15 for balance of taste and grease.
  • 1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup Substitute with Cream of Chicken or Cream of Celery if desired.
  • 1 can Cream of Cheddar Cheese Soup Use Velveeta or a mix of shredded cheddar and milk if unavailable.
  • 24 ounces Cubed Frozen Potatoes Fresh diced potatoes are an option but may require longer cooking time.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Experiment with different cheese varieties.
Optional Variations
  • 1 cup Frozen Mixed Vegetables For extra nutrition and flavor.
  • 1 pound Frozen Hash Browns Substitute for potatoes.
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies Add for a zesty kick.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • 9x13 casserole dish
  • spatula
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your ingredients.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for 7-10 minutes, breaking it into pieces. Drain excess grease and transfer to a mixing bowl.
  3. Stir the cream of mushroom soup and cream of cheddar cheese soup into the cooled beef. Add cubed frozen potatoes, salt, and pepper, mixing well.
  4. Grease a 9x13 casserole dish. Pour the beef mixture into the dish, spreading evenly.
  5. Sprinkle ½ cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top, cover tightly with aluminum foil.
  6. Bake covered in the oven for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  7. Let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the recipe according to your ingredient availability for a creative approach.

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