Cheeseburger French Fry Casserole: Comfort Food Heaven

This Cheeseburger French Fry Casserole is a comforting dish made with juicy beef, melty cheese, and crispy fries, perfect for busy evenings.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 50

Servings: 6 servings

Course: DINNER

Cuisine: American

Calories: 550

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Beef Mixture

1 lb Ground Beef Substitution: Ground turkey or chicken for leaner option; vegetarian ground meat for meatless version.
1 cup Diced Onions Optional. Substitution: Leeks or shallots offer a milder flavor.
1/2 cup Diced Pickles Optional. Can use relish for a sweeter flavor.
1/2 cup Ketchup Substitute with barbecue sauce for a smokier taste.
2 tbsp Mustard Substitute: Yellow mustard or omit based on taste preference.
1/4 cup Milk Substitution: Cream or non-dairy milk for different richness.
1/4 cup Mayonnaise Substitution: Greek yogurt or sour cream for a lighter option.
to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning.
1 tsp Garlic Powder Optional. Substitution: Fresh minced garlic for stronger flavor.
1 tsp Onion Powder Optional. Skip if avoiding onion flavor.

For the Casserole Base

32 oz Frozen French Fries Can substitute with tater tots for a different twist.

For the Topping

2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Substitution: American cheese for a classic taste or a blend of cheeses for variety.
1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Optional, for garnish. Substitution: Other fresh herbs like chives or cilantro.

Equipment

large skillet
9x13-inch baking dish

Method

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook Beef: In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until browned, about 6-7 minutes. Drain excess grease.
Mix Ingredients: Stir in ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, and optional onions and pickles until well combined.
Layer Casserole: In a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, layer frozen French fries evenly across the bottom.
Spread Beef Mixture: Add the beef mixture on top of the fries, spreading it out evenly.
Add Cheese: Top off with shredded cheddar cheese, covering the beef completely.
Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden, and fries are crispy.
Cool & Garnish: Let cool for 5 minutes, then sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Optional: For extra crunch, consider adding crispy crumbled bacon on top before baking.

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