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.
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)
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.