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Cheeseburger French Fry Casserole

Cheeseburger French Fry Casserole for Easy Family Comfort

Cheeseburger French Fry Casserole is a delicious blend of juicy beef, cheese, and crispy fries, perfect for family comfort meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can swap for ground turkey or plant-based options.
  • 32 ounces Frozen French Fries You can use tater tots for a fun texture change.
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese American cheese or a cheese blend can be great alternatives.
  • 1 cup Diced Onions Optional, can be omitted if not an onion fan.
  • 1 cup Diced Pickles Optional, skip for a milder taste.
  • 1 cup Ketchup
  • 1 cup Mustard
  • 1 cup Milk Can substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Sour cream can substitute if preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust according to taste.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Optional, can omit if not on hand.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Measuring Cups
  • Spatula
  • Cooking spray

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather all your ingredients on the counter.
  2. In a large skillet, cook 1 pound of ground beef over medium heat for 6-7 minutes or until fully cooked. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Drain grease.
  3. Stir in ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, diced onions, and pickles into the cooked beef. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until heated through.
  4. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and spread an even layer of frozen French fries across the bottom.
  5. Spoon the beef mixture evenly over the bed of French fries.
  6. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese generously over the beef and fries.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until cheese is melty and edges are bubbly and golden.
  8. Let the casserole cool for about 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For an extra crispy base layer, consider pre-baking your French fries for 5-10 minutes before assembling.

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