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Ground Beef Hash Brown Casserole Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Casserole
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

A hearty and comforting Ground Beef Hash Brown Casserole combining savory ground beef, tender hash browns, and a creamy mushroom sauce topped with a crispy buttery panko and herb crust. Perfect for a family dinner or potluck, this casserole is packed with flavor and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

Meat and Vegetables

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup diced green bell pepper

Main Casserole Base

  • 1 (32 oz) bag frozen shredded hash browns, thawed
  • 1 (10.5 oz) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 3/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Cheese and Toppings

  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme
  • 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

Cooking Oil

  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F and place a 9×13-inch baking dish inside to warm. This prevents sticking and helps achieve a crispy bottom crust.
  2. Cook Beef and Vegetables: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the vegetable oil. Add ground beef and cook for about 6 minutes until no longer pink, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat, then return skillet to heat. Add diced onion, minced garlic, and green bell pepper; sauté about 4 minutes until vegetables soften. Season with kosher salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and Worcestershire sauce. Remove from heat when onions are translucent.
  3. Make Creamy Sauce: In a large bowl, mix condensed cream of mushroom soup, Greek yogurt, and sour cream until smooth. The Greek yogurt adds tanginess and helps prevent sauce separation during baking.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Add the beef and vegetable mixture to the creamy sauce. Gently fold in thawed hash browns and half of the shredded cheddar cheese, careful not to mash the potatoes to maintain texture.
  5. Assemble Casserole: Spread the mixture evenly into the preheated baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese evenly over the top for a uniform melted cheese layer.
  6. Prepare Topping: In a small bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, melted butter, and chopped fresh thyme. Mix until panko is coated evenly, then sprinkle this mixture over the cheese layer to create a crispy topping.
  7. Bake and Rest: Bake the casserole for 30–35 minutes until the topping is golden brown and sauce bubbles around the edges. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes to set for easier serving.

Notes

  • Warming the baking dish prevents sticking and helps get a crispy bottom crust.
  • Drain excess beef fat to avoid a greasy casserole.
  • Gently fold ingredients to keep hash browns intact and maintain texture.
  • Resting after baking improves slicing and serving.
  • Fresh herbs in the topping add flavor and texture contrast.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/ground-beef-hash-brown-casserole-recipe/