Poor Man Husband Casserole
This comforting and budget-friendly casserole features ground beef, creamy mashed potatoes, and a blend of savory ingredients. Perfect for feeding a family on a budget, it’s a hearty and delicious one-dish meal.
Equipment
- 1 Baking dish (9x13) Use a large enough dish to layer casserole ingredients.
- 1 Skillet For browning the ground beef.
- 1 Mixing spoon To stir and combine ingredients.
- 1 Potato masher To mash the potatoes for topping.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef Ground beef Can substitute with turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- 4 Medium Potatoes For the mashed potato topping.
- 1 can 10.5 oz Cream of mushroom soup Use as a base for the casserole sauce.
- 1 cup Shredded Cheddar cheese For topping and flavor.
- 1 cup Milk Milk To make the mashed potatoes smooth.
- 1 tbsp Butter Butter For mashed potatoes.
- 1 tsp Salt Salt For seasoning the potatoes and meat.
- 1 tsp Pepper Pepper Optional for seasoning.
- 1/2 tsp Garlic powder Garlic powder For seasoning.
- Instructions:
Instructions
- reheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook ground beef: In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess fat and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Prepare mashed potatoes: Peel and chop the potatoes. Boil until soft, then mash with butter, milk, salt, and pepper.
- Layer the casserole: In a greased 9x13 baking dish, spread the cooked ground beef as the first layer. Top with a layer of cream of mushroom soup.
- Add mashed potatoes: Spread the mashed potatoes evenly on top of the beef and soup layer.
- Bake: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can add vegetables like peas or corn to the casserole for extra nutrition.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute with non-dairy cream of mushroom soup and use a plant-based cheese option.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for later use.