🍔🍟 Cheeseburger French Fry Casserole 🧀✨
A savory, cheesy comfort food delight with ground beef, crispy fries, and gooey cheese all in one delicious casserole. Perfect for family dinners or a weekend treat!
🛒 Ingredients:
✔ 1 lb ground beef
✔ 1 small onion, chopped
✔ 1 tsp garlic powder
✔ 1 tsp onion powder
✔ 1 tsp dried mustard
✔ Salt and pepper, to taste
✔ 3 cups frozen French fries
✔ 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese)
✔ 1 cup sour cream
✔ 1 cup ketchup
✔ ½ cup mayonnaise
✔ ¼ cup pickles, chopped (optional, for an extra touch of flavor)
🍳 Instructions:
1. Prepare the Meat Mixture
1️⃣ Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2️⃣ In a large skillet, cook ground beef and onions over medium heat until the beef is browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
3️⃣ Drain any excess fat, then stir in garlic powder, onion powder, mustard, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
2. Assemble the Casserole
1️⃣ In a large casserole dish, spread a layer of frozen French fries evenly on the bottom.
2️⃣ Spoon the meat mixture evenly over the fries.
3️⃣ In a small bowl, mix together sour cream, ketchup, and mayonnaise. Spread this mixture over the meat.
3. Add Cheese and Bake
1️⃣ Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese generously over the top.
2️⃣ Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the fries are crispy and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
4. Serve & Enjoy!
✨ Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. If desired, top with chopped pickles for that extra burger flavor!
💡 Pro Tips:
🔥 Want extra flavor? Add crispy bacon bits or a drizzle of barbecue sauce before baking.
🌿 Fresh herbs like parsley or chives can add a nice touch of color and flavor on top!
🧀 Cheese variety: Swap cheddar for mozzarella or American cheese for an even cheesier experience.