Meaty Hash Browns Potato Casserole
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Meaty Hash Browns Potato Casserole—a hearty, cheesy, and flavor-packed dish that's perfect for dinner or a crowd-pleasing brunch. Featuring crispy shredded hash browns, savory ground beef, and a creamy blend of sour cream and cheddar cheese, this casserole is elevated with fragrant Italian seasoning and a golden panko breadcrumb topping. The addition of sautéed onions and garlic brings depth to every bite, while a garnish of fresh parsley adds brightness to the dish. Ready in just over an hour, this easy-to-make casserole offers a satisfying balance of textures and flavors, making it an irresistible choice for family meals and gatherings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 32 oz frozen shredded hash browns
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 10.5 oz (1 can) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 4 tbsp butter, melted
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set it aside.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks. Drain excess fat and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is soft and translucent. Remove from heat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked ground beef, sautéed onion and garlic, frozen hash browns, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese (reserving 1/2 cup for topping), milk, melted butter, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Sprinkle the reserved 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese evenly over the top, followed by the panko breadcrumbs.
Cover the dish loosely with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbling.
Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Garnish with chopped parsley for a fresh pop of color and flavor. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6444 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 408.0 g | 523% | |
| Saturated Fat | 189.6 g | 948% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 47.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 932 mg | 311% | |
| Sodium | 18870 mg | 820% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 469.2 g | 171% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.4 g | 126% | |
| Total Sugars | 118.8 g | ||
| Protein | 251.1 g | 502% | |
| Vitamin D | 25.8 mcg | 129% | |
| Calcium | 4667 mg | 359% | |
| Iron | 20.6 mg | 114% | |
| Potassium | 8886 mg | 189% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
