4-Ingredient Cheesy Ground Beef and Potatoes (Ready in 30 Minutes)
A warm, comforting casserole featuring seasoned ground beef, tender potatoes, and gooey cheese—a perfect dish for family dinners or planned meals.
- Author: Maya Herrera
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Comfort Food
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- 1 pound ground beef
- 3–4 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup milk (optional)
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil and sauté onions and bell peppers until softened.
- Layer the sliced potatoes in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Spread the cooked ground beef over the potatoes.
- Spoon the sautéed onions and bell peppers evenly over the beef layer.
- Mix the cream of mushroom soup with milk (if using) and Italian seasoning, then pour over the casserole layers.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender and the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a splash of Worcestershire sauce to the ground beef while cooking.
- Consider par-cooking the potatoes in the microwave for quicker baking.
- Feel free to add other veggies like corn or peas for added nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 779
- Fat: 58g
Keywords: Ground beef, potatoes, casserole, comfort food, family dinner, meal prep