Cooked dinner together tonight, and we couldn’t stop eating it! My husband ended up devouring more than half.
Grandma’s 5-Ingredient Ground Beef Casserole is the ultimate “dump and bake” comfort meal. Using simple pantry staples, it creates a creamy, cheesy base for tender potato cubes and savory ground beef—perfect for a busy weeknight.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Ground beef | 1–1.5 lbs |
| Condensed cream of mushroom soup | 1 (10½ oz) can |
| Condensed cream of cheddar cheese soup | 1 (10½ oz) can |
| Frozen potato cubes | 3 cups |
| Cheddar cheese, shredded (divided) | 1 cup |
| Salt and pepper | To taste |
Instructions:
1. Prep and Brown
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned. Drain excess grease.
2. Mix the Filling
- Transfer cooked beef to a large bowl.
- Stir in cream of mushroom soup, cream of cheddar cheese soup, frozen potato cubes, and ½ cup shredded cheddar.
- Season with salt and pepper and mix until potatoes are evenly coated.
3. Assemble
- Spread the mixture into the prepared casserole dish in an even layer.
- Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of cheddar cheese on top.
4. Bake
- Cover tightly with foil and bake 30 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake an additional 30 minutes to let the cheese bubble and the potatoes cook through.
Why This Recipe Works:
- Double Soup Secret: Using both cream of mushroom and cream of cheddar creates rich, savory flavor without making a separate sauce.
- Frozen Potatoes: They hold their shape during baking, giving the casserole a nice, firm texture.
