Description
This French Fry Casserole Recipe is the ultimate comfort food, featuring crispy golden fries, seasoned ground beef, a creamy sauce, and melty cheese. Easy to make and perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or a cozy night in. A deliciously cheesy, hearty dish that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Frozen French fries
1 lb ground beef (or chicken)
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or mozzarella)
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 cup milk (optional, for a creamier texture)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish
In a skillet over medium heat cook ground beef with diced onions and minced garlic until browned then drain excess fat
Season the cooked meat with salt black pepper and paprika then set aside
Spread half of the frozen French fries in the prepared baking dish
Layer the cooked beef mixture evenly over the fries
In a bowl mix cream of mushroom soup with milk then pour the mixture over the beef layer
Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top for extra flavor and creaminess
Add the remaining French fries on top to create a crispy final layer
Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes or until the fries are golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly
Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce or a side salad
Notes
For extra crispiness bake the top layer of fries separately for 10 minutes before adding them to the casserole
You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey chicken or sausage
Try different cheeses like pepper jack for a spicy twist or Colby jack for a milder flavor
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
For a healthier version use baked sweet potato fries and lean meat
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: French Fry Casserole Recipe cheesy casserole crispy fries comfort food easy family dinner