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Creamy Ground Beef and Hashbrown Casserole

Ground Beef and Hashbrown Casserole

Creamy ground beef and hashbrown casserole is a hearty baked dish that layers seasoned beef with frozen hashbrowns, cream soup, sour cream, and shredded cheese. The result is a golden, creamy, and slightly crisp casserole that’s both filling and comforting. It’s often enjoyed as an all-in-one meal that requires little effort but delivers big on flavor.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef

  • 1 bag (30 oz) frozen shredded hashbrowns (thawed)

  • 1 small onion, finely chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 can (10 oz) cream of mushroom soup

  • 1 cup sour cream

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

  • ½ cup milk

  • 1 tsp salt

  • ½ tsp black pepper

  • ½ tsp garlic powder

  • ½ tsp paprika (optional)

  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter

  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • Brown the beef – Heat olive oil in a large skillet, add ground beef, and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.

  • Add aromatics – Stir in chopped onion and garlic, cooking until soft and fragrant.

  • Mix the creamy sauce – In a large bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, milk, and seasoning. Whisk until smooth.

  • Combine ingredients – Add thawed hashbrowns, cooked beef, and half of the cheese to the creamy sauce mixture. Stir until evenly coated.

  • Assemble the casserole – Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and spread it evenly.

  • Add the cheese topping – Sprinkle remaining cheddar and mozzarella over the top.

  • Bake until golden – Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 40–45 minutes, until the top is bubbly and golden brown.

  • Cool slightly before serving – Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before slicing for clean servings.