Hamburger and Potato Casserole
This creamy Hamburger and Potato Casserole is packed with fresh spring flavors. With just 10 minutes of hands-on prep time this easy ground beef potato bake is perfect for busy weeknights.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 467kcal
Ingredients
- 2 lb potatoes diced, 1/2 inch
Ground beef mixture
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 3 green onions whites, reserve greens
- 2 garlic cloves
Cheese sauce
- 1 cup cottage cheese full-fat
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated
- 1 garlic clove
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black ground pepper
- 3/4 cup mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400F (200C).
- Wash the potatoes, pat-dry them, and cut them into 1/2-inch cubes.2 lb potatoes
- Add the diced potatoes and sliced green onion tops to the casserole dish. Reserve 1 tbsp as garnish.
- In a medium pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and break it up into small pieces while browning it. Season it with salt and pepper.1 tbsp olive oil, 1 lb ground beef, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- Add the chopped white ends of the green onions and the garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes until softened and fragrant while stirring. Remove the pan from the heat and transfer the browned beef mixture to a 9 x 13 inch casserole dish.3 green onions, 2 garlic cloves
- To make the sauce, add everything to a blender and blend it until smooth. Add the sauce on top and gently stir everything until thoroughly combined.1 cup cottage cheese, 1 cup milk, 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/8 tsp black ground pepper, 1 garlic clove
- Add the mozzarella cheese on top and bake for 40 minutes.3/4 cup mozzarella cheese
- Remove the hamburger potato casserole from the oven and let it set for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish it with the remaining green onions or fresh parsley. Enjoy!
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Notes
Beef: Undercook the ground beef initially so it doesn't become dry and rubbery during the oven baking.
Cover: If the casserole is getting too dark during baking, cover it with foil.
Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can freeze it for up to 3 months for longer storage.
Nutrition
Calories: 467kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 989mg | Potassium: 982mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 339IU | Vitamin C: 31mg | Calcium: 289mg | Iron: 3mg
