Cheeseburger French Fry Casserole
A simple and hearty casserole combining the flavors of a cheeseburger with crispy French fries.
Equipment
- baking dish
- Skillet
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 package frozen French fries about 20 oz, crinkle-cut or regular
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or American cheese for a more classic taste
- ½ cup diced onions optional
- ½ cup pickles diced, optional for a true cheeseburger flavor
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder optional
- ½ teaspoon onion powder optional
- fresh parsley optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to the temperature specified on the French fries package.
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the diced onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Cook until onions are soft.
- Stir in the ketchup, mustard, milk, and mayonnaise until well combined.
- Spread the beef mixture evenly in a baking dish.
- Arrange the frozen French fries on top of the beef mixture.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the French fries.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the French fries are crispy and the cheese is melted, about 20-25 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired before serving.
Notes
For a spicier version, add a dash of hot sauce or diced jalapeños to the beef mixture.