This easy ground beef casserole comes together in under 30 minutes for a quick high-protein dinner. Packed with lean beef, shredded cheese, and tender potatoes, it's a macro-friendly meal the…

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450g) lean ground beef (90/10)
• 3 medium russet potatoes, thinly sliced (about 1/8 inch)
• 1 cup (100g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
• 1/2 cup (120ml) milk (2% or whole)
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil (for greasing)

Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil. Gather all ingredients.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it into crumbles. Drain excess fat. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup and milk until smooth.

Step 4

Layer half of the sliced potatoes evenly in the prepared baking dish. Top with half of the cooked ground beef. Pour half of the soup mixture over the beef. Sprinkle with half of the shredded cheese. Repeat layers with remaining potatoes, beef, soup mixture, and cheese.

Step 5

Cover the dish with foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, until potatoes are tender and cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

Step 6

Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot.

For best results

• For extra crispy edges, broil the casserole for 1-2 minutes after baking.
• Use a mandoline slicer for even, thin potato slices for consistent cooking.
• Swap cream of mushroom soup with cream of chicken or cheddar cheese soup for variety.

Variations

• Add a layer of sautéed onions and bell peppers between the beef and potatoes for extra veggies.
• Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
• Top with crushed potato chips or French fried onions for crunch.

Nutrition

• Calories380 kcal
• Total Fat18g
• Saturated Fat8g
• Cholesterol75mg
• Sodium620mg
• Total Carbohydrates28g
• Dietary Fiber2g
• Sugars3g
• Protein28g

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