Hamburger Hashbrown Casserole

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Comforting ground beef hamburger hashbrown casserole is a delicious recipe that will quickly become a family favorite! Layers of ground beef and veggies topped with hash browns and cheese create a crispy, cheesy topping for a casserole dish that makes a cozy and filling weekday dinner.

This hamburger hashbrown casserole recipe is inspired by lamb heart stew, another hearty dish on my site. Try pairing this filling dish with a light soup appetizer like broccoli and pea soup, because it’s always soup season!

Making a casserole is a great way to feed a hungry crowd, and this ground beef hamburger hash brown casserole checks all the boxes. Make enough for a weeknight dinner for the family or to feed friends at a potluck, and expect plenty of compliments on this tasty dish!

ingredients for hamburger hashbrown casserole.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

It’s a hearty, filling recipe
Kids and adults will love it
It’s got a balance of meat and veggies
You only need two pans to make it

How To Make This Recipe

Brown the ground beef.

Add the Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, salt and dried oregano. Cook for 2 minutes then remove from the pan.

Gently fry the onions and garlic until softened.

Tip in the carrots and celery.

Cook for 10 minutes until softened.

Stir in the browned meat.

Add the broth, cheese and sour cream.

Let it bubble away for 3 minutes then remove from the heat.

Peel and grate the potatoes.

Use a tea towel to wring out the excess moisture. Season with salt and pepper.

Transfer the meat to a baking dish.

Top with the grated potatoes.

Bake for 40 minutes.

Add grated cheese on top. Bake for another 5 minutes or until it’s melted.

Serve immediately with your favourite greens on the side. Enjoy!

Top Tip

If shredding the potatoes ahead of time be sure to keep them in water to prevent oxidizing. Otherwise, tossing them in oil after they have been dried will also keep them from turning brown before being added to your hamburger hash browns casserole.

What to Serve With Your Hashbrown Hamburger Casserole

This cheesy ground beef hashbrown hamburger casserole contains everything you need to enjoy a complete meal. Try a side to stretch this filling casserole for some additional vegetables. Finish with a delicious dessert, and you’ve got a great meal the whole family will love.

Sides

Roasted parmesan brussels sprouts – nutritious brussels sprouts get a flavor burst with this roasted parmesan recipe. Try this easy side dish recipe with your hamburger hash brown casserole for added veggies to your dinner.
Cheesy peas – this simple side dish is comfort food that goes along with almost anything. Try this easy recipe alongside your beef and hash brown mixture, and you’ll never look back.
Blanched kale – if you’re looking for a super basic way to add more greens to this comforting hamburger hash brown casserole, look no further than simple blanched kale as a side.
Roasted marrow – roasted marrow is a perfect side to compliment this ground beef-based casserole. Since you already have the oven on, throw this recipe together and roast it while the hashbrown hamburger casserole is cooking away.

Desserts

Almond milk rice pudding – this plant-based easy recipe is a great dessert for feeding a crowd that won’t break the bank.
Cornflake tart – sweet and simple; my cornflake tart is a classic dessert recipe that the whole family will happily enjoy after dinner.
Kinder Bueno cheesecake – if you love cheesecake, you won’t be able to resist my kinder bueno cheesecake recipe, loved by adults and children alike!
Pear cobbler – spicy and sweet, this pear cobbler is a great way to use up any fruit you may have on hand if you don’t care for pear. Warm and comforting, this is a classic dessert.

Popular Substitutions For This Recipe

Sour cream

Use greek yogurt instead for a healthier alternative. Since greek yogurt has less calories, fat, and is higher in protein, it serve as a healthier option.

Ground beef mixture

Instead of ground beef, try ground turkey for a leaner dish with less fat than ground beef. Ground turkey has a different flavor than ground beef, but is equally as delicious and you may even prefer it!

Potatoes

For a shortcut, use frozen hash browns instead of shredding your own hash browns. To prevent the casserole from becoming soggy or watery, be sure to defrost hash browns before adding them to the rest of the casserole.

Variations to This Recipe

For the vegetable filling, use a can cream of chicken soup or cream of mushroom soup instead of sour cream to get a creamier and more robust flavor in your cheesy ground beef hash brown casserole. A can cream of chicken soup or cream of mushroom soup will both give the casserole a slightly different flavor depending on your preference.
Add additional dried seasoning to your cheesy ground beef such as onion powder or garlic powder. You can also add fresh scallions as a garnish to the golden brown top at the end to give a pop of flavor and color to your hash brown casserole.

Top Tip

Using the same pan to cook all of the ingredients adds layers of flavor to the casserole that you would otherwise lose using different vessels.

How do I store leftovers?

Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. This recipe is best enjoyed within five days of making it for best results.

Can I freeze this recipe?

Yes, you can freeze this recipe. You can freeze this recipe as a whole casserole or portion it into smaller amounts for quick reheating. Be sure to completely cool the casserole before sticking it in the freezer to prevent freezer burn. Defrost and enjoy within six months of freezing.

Can this recipe be scaled?

Yes, this recipe can be scaled by multiply the amounts by two or three. Perfect for filling the freezer for weeknight meals!

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