Description
A comforting and hearty Cheeseburger French Fry Casserole that combines seasoned ground beef, cheesy soups, shredded cheddar, and crispy baked French fries into one delicious dish. Perfect for family dinners, this casserole offers all the flavors of a cheeseburger with a crispy twist, baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Beef Mixture
- 1.5 pounds ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon Montreal Steak Seasoning
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons mustard
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 10.5 ounce condensed cheddar cheese soup
- 10.5 ounce cream of mushroom soup
Toppings
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 16 ounce frozen French fries (about 2/3 of a bag)
Optional Garnishes
- Diced tomatoes
- Pickles
- Lettuce
- Additional ketchup and mustard
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish to prepare it for the casserole.
- Cook Beef and Onion: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is browned and the onion becomes translucent, making sure to break up the beef as it cooks. Drain any excess fat for a less greasy dish.
- Season and Combine: Add Montreal steak seasoning to the beef and onion mixture. Stir in ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, cream of mushroom soup, and condensed cheddar cheese soup. Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to blend the flavors.
- Layer Beef Mixture: Spread the cooked beef mixture evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish to create a flavorful base layer.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the beef mixture to add a rich, cheesy layer.
- Top with Fries: Arrange the frozen French fries in a single layer over the cheese and beef, ensuring even coverage for consistent baking and crispiness.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until the French fries are golden brown and crispy on top.
- Cool and Serve: Once baked, remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool slightly to set before serving. Add optional toppings like diced tomatoes, pickles, lettuce, and extra ketchup or mustard to enhance the cheeseburger flavor.
Notes
- Pre-cooked or homemade French fries can be used as a substitute for frozen fries.
- For extra cheesiness, sprinkle some additional cheese on top halfway through baking.
- Use low-fat or reduced-sodium soups to make this dish healthier.
- Ensure to drain excess grease after browning the beef to prevent a soggy casserole.
- This casserole is great for meal prepping and reheats well in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
