Hamburger Hash Brown Casserole

🥔✨ Cheesy Ground Beef & Hash Brown Casserole — The Cozy Classic You’ll Make on Repeat

Because sometimes dinner just needs to be a big, cheesy hug in a casserole dish.

 

 

This Cheesy Ground Beef & Hash Brown Casserole is the definition of comfort food: savory ground beef, creamy mushroom sauce, tender veggies, crispy-on-the-edges hash browns, and a glorious blanket of melty cheese. It’s hearty enough to feed a crowd, easy enough for a weeknight, and cozy enough to make you want seconds (and maybe thirds).

It’s:

• A one-pan wonder — protein, veggies, and carbs all in one dish.
• Make-ahead friendly — assemble earlier, bake later.
• Kid-approved — cheesy, creamy, and familiar flavors.
• Perfect for potlucks — travels well and reheats beautifully.

Let’s get to the good stuff.

Fall seems to be the right time for casseroles! Life is so busy with kids going to school and after school activities. It makes it so hard to feed the whole family at the same time! I believe that a casserole tastes even better when it’s reheated!

This recipe only a few minutes of your busy time to prepare, cook and serve and everyone will be so happy. They might even do their math homework by their selves!

You probably have most of the ingredients in your pantry right now! Even if you don’t, you can make a few substitutions and it will still be fabulous!

 

 

Hamburger Hash Brown Casserole

TIPS AND TRICKS

STORAGE AND FREEZING: You can make this casserole and freeze it up to 6 months. You will have to give it a few hours to thaw before baking and then you can cook it according to the recipe instructions. Leftovers? Place leftovers in an airtight container and it should stay good up to 4 days.

CREAM SOUP: The recipe calls for Cream of Mushroom soup but if you don’t have that on hand, any of the cream soups will work. It will change the flavor a bit but not  enough for you to run to the store!

VEGGIES: I used a bag of frozen peas and carrots but fresh is always better! If you have some on hand, cut up what you have and use it in place of the frozen.

HAMBURGER: If you are a chicken lover instead of hamburger, just substitute the meat. You have to keep your crew happy!

 

 

Hamburger Hash Brown Casserole

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Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground beef
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 4 to 5 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 (20-ounce) bag frozen hash browns, thawed
• 2 (10.5-ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 4 cups Mexican blend cheese, shredded (divided)
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 (12-ounces) bag frozen peas and carrots, thawed and well drained

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and spray a 9X13 baking pan with a non-stick cooking spray; set aside.

   In a 12-inch skillet, cook the ground beef , onion, garlic, salt, and black pepper, over medium-high heat until there's no longer any pink in the beef. Drain off excess fat. Remove from the cooktop and let cool.

2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled beef, hash browns, soup, sour cream, 2 cups cheese, thawed veggies, and Worcestershire sauce. Pour into prepared baking dish and spread evenly.

   Bake, uncovered for 40-50 minutes, or until the hash browns are golden brown. Remove from oven and sprinkle the top with the remaining cheese. Return to oven and continue to cook until cheese is melted

📊 Nutritional Facts (Per Serving)

\*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Hamburger Hash Brown Casserole

🎨 Recipe Variations

• Spicy Kick — Add diced green chiles or jalapeños to the beef.
• Different Protein — Swap ground beef for turkey, chicken, or sausage.
• Extra Veggies — Stir in bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach.
• Cream Swap — Use cream of chicken or cheddar cheese soup instead of mushroom.
• Breakfast Twist — Add scrambled eggs and serve with salsa.

🧒 Kid Tips

• Let kids sprinkle the cheese on top — they’ll feel like mini chefs.
• Serve with ketchup or ranch for dipping (kids love it).
• Cut into squares for easy hand-held portions.
• Use mild cheese to keep flavors familiar.

🛒 Grocery Hacks

• Buy ground beef in bulk — cook and freeze in portions for quick meals.
• Frozen veggies — keep a few bags on hand for easy add-ins.
• Hash browns — store in the freezer and thaw overnight in the fridge.
• Soup sales — stock up when cream soups are on sale; they last ages.
• Cheese blocks — shred and freeze in bags for better melt and flavor.

📣 Reader’s Challenge: #CheesyComfortChallenge

I want to see YOUR Cheesy Ground Beef & Hash Brown Casserole creations!

1. Make the recipe.
2. Add your own twist — maybe a different cheese blend, extra veggies, or a spicy kick.
3. Snap a photo and share it with #CheesyComfortChallenge.
4. Tag me so I can feature your masterpiece in my next roundup.

♻️ Leftover Remix

• Stuffed Peppers — Fill halved bell peppers with leftover casserole, top with cheese, and bake.
• Breakfast Hash — Fry leftovers in a skillet and top with a fried egg.
• Quesadilla Filling — Spoon into tortillas with extra cheese and grill.
• Soup Starter — Stir into broth for a creamy, hearty soup.
• Shepherd’s Pie Shortcut — Spread over cooked ground meat and gravy, bake until hot.

💭 Final Thoughts

This Cheesy Ground Beef & Hash Brown Casserole is the kind of recipe that makes everyone at the table happy. It’s hearty, cheesy, and packed with flavor — the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Whether you’re feeding a crowd, stocking the freezer, or just want a no-fuss dinner, this one’s a keeper.

Some dinners are just meant to be shared, and this is one of them. It’s the kind of dish that brings people together — around the table, over second helpings, with stories and laughter in between bites. It’s simple, it’s satisfying, and it’s proof that comfort food doesn’t have to be complicated.

There’s something magical about a recipe that can be pulled together with pantry staples and freezer finds, yet still feel like a special occasion. This casserole is that magic. It’s the kind of meal you can make on a busy Tuesday night when you’re juggling homework, laundry, and a million other things — but it’s also the one you’ll proudly bring to a potluck, knowing it will disappear before you can even set down the serving spoon.

It’s hearty enough to keep everyone full, flexible enough to adapt to what you have on hand, and cozy enough to make even the chilliest evening feel warm. And the best part? It’s not just food — it’s a little act of love. Every layer, from the creamy hash browns to the melty cheese, says, “I care about you. Sit down. Eat. Be happy.”

So whether you’re making it for your family, your friends, your neighbors, or just yourself (because you deserve a cheesy hug too), I hope this casserole becomes one of those recipes you turn to again and again. The kind that lives in your recipe box with little notes in the margins — “Add extra cheese for Jake,” “Perfect for snow days,” “Doubles beautifully for church dinners.”

When you make it, don’t forget to share your twist with #CheesyComfortChallenge so we can all swap ideas and drool over each other’s creations. Because the only thing better than eating comfort food… is sharing it.

Here’s to full bellies, happy hearts, and casseroles that make life just a little bit easier — and a whole lot tastier. 🥔🧀💛

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