Comfort food at its finest — crispy hash browns, seasoned ground beef, and gooey melted cheese baked into one hearty, irresistible casserole. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy family dinner.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 1 (20 oz) bag frozen hash browns (thawed)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup (10.5 oz)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- Chopped green onions or parsley (for garnish)
Instructions:
1️⃣ Preheat Oven:
Preheat to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13″ baking dish.
2️⃣ Cook the Beef:
In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and onions until browned. Drain excess grease. Season with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3️⃣ Mix the Casserole:
In a large bowl, combine hash browns, sour cream, cream of mushroom soup, 1½ cups of cheese, and melted butter. Fold in the cooked beef mixture.
4️⃣ Assemble:
Pour mixture into the baking dish. Top with remaining cheese.
5️⃣ Bake:
Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes, or until hot, bubbly, and golden on top.
6️⃣ Garnish & Serve:
Sprinkle with green onions or parsley. Serve warm and dig in!
Quick Info:
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Servings: 6–8
- Calories: ~450 per serving
Tips & Variations:
- Use cream of chicken or celery soup for a twist.
- Swap cheddar with Monterey Jack or Colby cheese.
- Add chopped bell peppers or jalapeños for extra flavor.
- Great for leftovers — reheats like a dream!
Would you serve this for breakfast or dinner?
Save this cheesy beef casserole for the next time you need something hearty, hot, and family-approved!
