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Old Fashioned Hamburger Casserole

Learn how to make an Old Fashioned Hamburger Casserole that is easy, tasty, and affordable. This recipe makes the perfect weeknight supper and is home and country cooking at its best!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 358kcal
Author: Mary Bryant Shrader

Equipment

  • Skillet, preferably oven-proof
  • Oven-proof baking dish, optional
  • Measuring Cup
  • Whisk
  • Spatula or large spoon

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Ground beef, preferably an 85%/15% mix You can substitute ground turkey or ground chicken. If you substitute one of these leaner options, be sure to add a bit of butter or olive oil to your skillet when browning your ground chicken or turkey.
  • 2 medium Onions, any variety, peeled and chopped I used yellow onions. As an option, you could use frozen chopped onions. You will need about 1 cup.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1/2-1 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes, optional
  • 2 large Potatoes, any variety, peeled and bite-sized cubed I used 4 small russet potatoes. As an option, you could use canned cubed potatoes.
  • 1 large Green bell pepper, bite-sized cubed As an option, you could use frozen chopped peppers. You would need between 1/2 cup to 1 cup.
  • 1 14.5 ounce Canned diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 cup Liquid I used chicken bone broth, but you can use beef bone broth or simply broth or water.
  • 1 teaspoon Corn starch You can substitute with flour, arrowroot, or tapioca.
  • 1 cup Cheese, grated I used Monterey Jack, but other options include cheddar, provolone, any cheese that melts well.

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Add the ground beef to a skillet over medium heat. Cook until nicely browned. Approximately 3-4 minutes.
  • Add onions to the skillet along with salt and pepper and red pepper flakes, if using. Allow onions to soften. Approximately 1-2 minutes.
  • Add potatoes to the skillet and stir well. Allow to cook so the potatoes begin to soften. Approximately 3-4 minutes.
  • Add peppers and drained tomatoes to skillet and stir well.
  • Stir cornstarch into liquid and add liquid to skillet, stir well, and then turn off the heat. If your skillet is not oven-proof, transfer the contents of the skillet to an oven-proof baking dish. (See video.)
  • Top the casserole with cheese and place the skillet (or oven-proof baking dish) on the middle rack of the oven.
  • Bake for approximately 15-20 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and a golden brown.
  • Remove the skillet (or oven-proof baking dish) to a heat-proof surface and allow to cool for about 5 minutes before serving.
  • Well wrapped, the hamburger casserole will stay fresh in the fridge for 3-4 days. To reheat, cover with aluminum foil and place in a 350°F oven for approximately 15 minutes or until heated through.
  • Well wrapped, a hamburger casserole can be frozen for up to 4 months. To reheat, defrost in the refrigerator, cover with aluminum foil, and place in a 350°F oven for approximately 15 minutes or until heated through.

Video

Notes

Find this recipe and video at https://marysnest.com/how-to-make-old-fashioned-hamburger-casserole/
The recipe post includes ideas for different ingredients, including different vegetables, meats, liquids, and cheeses.
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Nutrition

Calories: 358kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 68mg | Sodium: 577mg | Potassium: 858mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 298IU | Vitamin C: 32mg | Calcium: 181mg | Iron: 3mg