Ingredients
Meat & Vegetables
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup yellow onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2–3 medium-sized Russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
Sauce & Dairy
- 1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup (10.75 oz)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Seasoning & Toppings
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- French fried onions, for topping
- Sliced green onions (optional, for garnish)
- Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven and baking dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Brown the beef and sauté vegetables: In a large skillet, cook the lean ground beef over medium heat, using a spatula to break it up as it cooks. After 7-10 minutes, once the beef is browned, add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables have softened and are fragrant.
- Make the creamy sauce: In a medium bowl, combine the condensed cream of mushroom soup and sour cream. Mix until completely smooth, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Layer the potatoes: Peel and thinly slice the Russet potatoes. Arrange them in two layers in the bottom of the greased casserole dish, seasoning each layer lightly with salt and pepper to bring out their flavor.
- Assemble the casserole: Evenly spoon the cooked ground beef and sautéed vegetables over the potato layers. Pour the prepared cream sauce over the beef and veggies, spreading it with a spatula to make sure everything is coated.
- Top with cheese and bake: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender and the cheese is beautifully melted and golden brown.
- Add crispy onions and finish baking: Carefully remove the casserole from the oven and scatter French fried onions over the top. Return the dish to the oven for an additional 5 minutes to let the onions crisp up.
- Cool and garnish: Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with sliced green onions or chopped fresh parsley, if desired, for a fresh touch.
Notes
- This casserole is a fantastic comfort meal for family dinners or potlucks.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat leftovers in the microwave or oven for best results.
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef if preferred.
- Try adding other veggies like peas or carrots for variation.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main-course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
