Beef Potato Casserole (Printable)

Savory beef, potatoes, peas, and creamy sauce finished beneath a crisp breadcrumb topping.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Components

01 - 1 pound ground beef
02 - 3 cups diced potatoes
03 - 1 cup frozen peas
04 - 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom soup

→ Topping

05 - 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
06 - 2 tablespoons melted butter

→ Seasoning

07 - 1 teaspoon salt
08 - 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper

# Step-by-Step:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until well browned. Drain excess fat.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, combine browned beef, diced potatoes, peas, cream of mushroom soup, salt, and pepper until well coated.
04 - Transfer mixture evenly into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. In a separate bowl, mix breadcrumbs and melted butter, then sprinkle over casserole.
05 - Bake uncovered in preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until potatoes are tender and topping is golden and crisp.
06 - Allow casserole to cool slightly before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to assemble with common fridge and pantry staples
  • One pan meal makes cleanup a breeze
  • Satisfying enough for big appetites and picky eaters
  • Delicious leftovers that reheat perfectly
02 -
  • Excellent source of protein and vegetables
  • Feeds a crowd with minimal effort
  • Keeps well for up to four days refrigerated
03 -
  • I learned after many tries that dicing potatoes in uniform pieces ensures even cooking throughout the casserole
  • Always drain ground beef well or the finished dish will be greasy
  • If breadcrumb topping browns too fast cover the casserole loosely with foil halfway through baking for the best golden crust
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