Cheeseburger French Fry Casserole
Cheeseburger French Fry Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that combines beloved flavors in a hearty dish. Packed with juicy ground beef, melted cheddar cheese, and crispy french fries, this casserole is like a warm embrace on a chilly day. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, it’s easy to prepare and sure to satisfy everyone at the table. The delightful aroma wafting from the oven will have your loved ones racing to dinner!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 28 oz frozen crinkle-cut french fries
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1/3 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp mustard
- sliced pickles for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a large baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté diced onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned; season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in ketchup and mustard until combined.
- Layer half of the frozen french fries in the baking dish, followed by the beef mixture and half of the cheddar cheese.
- Top with remaining french fries and cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute ground beef with turkey or veggie crumbles for a lighter option. Customize your casserole by adding jalapeños for heat or crispy bacon on top for extra flavor.