Best Hamburger and Potato Casserole with Tomato Soup Magic
Discover the Best Hamburger and Potato Casserole with Tomato Soup, a delicious, comforting dish perfect for family dinners.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- 9×13-inch baking dish
- - Knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Aluminum foil
Ingredients
For the Casserole
- 2.5 lbs Ground Beef (80/20 Chuck) Offers rich flavor and juiciness
- 3.5 cups Potatoes, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds Provides a hearty base
- 0.5 cups Onions, finely diced Adds sweet depth
- 0.5 tsp Garlic Powder Boosts savory notes
- Salt Essential for flavor
- Pepper Essential for flavor
- 2 cups Tomato Juice (Campbell's) Forms the luscious sauce base
- 1 Bay Leaf Adds aromatic undertones
For Serving
- Fresh Green Salad A crisp side complements the casserole beautifully
- Warm Dinner Rolls Perfect for soaking up that delightful tomato sauce
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by peeling your potatoes and slicing them into 1/4-inch rounds. Finely dice the onions. Preheat your oven to 350°F to get it nice and warm for baking.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef. Stir it occasionally until the fat renders, then add the diced onions and cook until they soften, about 3-5 minutes.
- Sprinkle some salt, pepper, and garlic powder into the skillet, mixing to combine the flavors. Transfer this mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Gently arrange the sliced potatoes over the beef mixture, slightly overlapping them. Season this layer for depth!
- Pour the tomato juice over the potatoes, ensuring everything is covered. Tuck the bay leaf into the mix.
- Tightly cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 1 hour, then check the tenderness of the potatoes.
- Once baked, give it a 5-minute rest before serving and remember to remove the bay leaf.
Notes
Consider topping with fresh parsley for color and flavor. Don't skip seasoning every layer for depth.