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Cheeseburger French Fry Casserole

Cheeseburger French Fry Casserole: A Family Favorite Delight

Enjoy this Cheeseburger French Fry Casserole, a delicious family favorite with layers of beef, pickles, and cheese atop crispy fries.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Layer
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Feel free to substitute with ground turkey or vegetarian options.
  • 1 cup Diced Onions Optional
  • 1 cup Diced Pickles Optional; relish can be used.
  • 1/2 cup Ketchup Essential for cheeseburger taste!
  • 1 tablespoon Mustard No substitutes needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Optional; use fresh minced garlic for a fresh kick.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Optional
For the Fry Base
  • 24 ounces Frozen French Fries Can substitute with tater tots.
For the Creamy Topping
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese A blend of cheeses can vary taste.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Greek yogurt or sour cream can be used as substitutes.
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt is a great substitute.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley For garnish, optional

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, adding salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook for 6-7 minutes until fully browned.
  3. Mix ketchup, mustard, and mayonnaise into the cooked beef. Optionally add diced onions and pickles. Cook for 2 more minutes.
  4. Grease the baking dish and spread frozen French fries evenly as the base. Layer the cooked beef mixture on top.
  5. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the beef layer, ensuring it covers completely.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is melted and slightly golden.
  7. Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve with extra ketchup or mustard.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This casserole can be customized with various toppings and sides to suit your family’s preferences.

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