Cheesy Hamburger Hashbrown Casserole (Print)

Baked dish of beef, hash browns, and melted cheddar, offering creamy, hearty flavors with a crispy finish.

# Components:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 pound ground beef
02 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup
05 - 1/2 cup sour cream
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
08 - 1/2 teaspoon paprika
09 - 1 bag (30 ounces) frozen shredded hash browns, thawed
10 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided

→ Optional Garnishes and Toppings

11 - 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
12 - Fresh parsley, chopped

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - In a skillet over medium heat, sauté ground beef and finely chopped onion until beef is browned and onions are tender. Drain excess fat.
03 - Stir in minced garlic and cook approximately 1 minute until aromatic. Remove from heat.
04 - In a large bowl, mix the cooked beef mixture with condensed cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, salt, black pepper, paprika, thawed hash browns, and 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese until thoroughly incorporated.
05 - Transfer mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it in an even layer. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Drizzle with olive oil or melted butter if a crisp topping is desired.
06 - Bake uncovered for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the surface is golden brown and the casserole bubbles at the edges.
07 - Allow to rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses only one pan plus a mixing bowl
  • Crowd-pleaser for both kids and adults
  • Make-ahead friendly and easy to freeze
  • Super creamy yet crispy on top
02 -
  • Packed with protein and calcium
  • Freezer friendly for meal prep
  • Customizable with your favorite veggies
03 -
  • Shred your own cheese for the stretchiest melt and best flavor
  • Do not skip resting time or the casserole may be runny when sliced
  • If you want even more texture, sprinkle some crispy fried onions or crushed cornflakes on top right before baking

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