Description
Creamy One-Pot Beef and Potato Casserole is the epitome of comfort food, ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings. This hearty dish features ground beef, tender potatoes, and a velvety creamy sauce all baked to perfection in one pot. The rich flavors of cheddar cheese and seasoned meat create a satisfying meal that will please even the pickiest eaters. Easy to prepare and clean up, this casserole is not just delicious; it’s also a versatile option for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cups thinly sliced russet or Yukon gold potatoes
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup whole milk or heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sour cream (optional)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef with the chopped onion and seasonings until cooked through; drain excess fat.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup, milk, and sour cream until smooth.
- In a greased baking dish, layer the cooked beef mixture, followed by sliced potatoes, then pour over the creamy sauce.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes; uncover and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden brown.
- Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg