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Oven Baked 4-Ingredient Amish Beef and Hashbrown Casserole

A comforting and satisfying casserole made with only four simple ingredients, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1.5 pounds ground beef Use lean ground beef to reduce grease
  • 1 teaspoon salt Optional, for seasoning beef
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper Optional, for seasoning beef
  • 30-32 ounce bag frozen shredded hashbrown potatoes Thawed before use
  • 2 cans (10.5 ounce) condensed cream of mushroom soup Can substitute with cream of chicken soup
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Can substitute with other cheese types

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch glass baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium-high heat until browned, about 7–10 minutes. Drain excess grease and spread the beef evenly in the prepared dish.
  3. In a bowl, stir the cream of mushroom soup until smooth and spread it over the beef.
  4. Scatter the thawed hashbrowns over the soup and pat down gently.
  5. Sprinkle cheese on top.
Baking
  1. Bake for 40–50 minutes until the cheese is melted and golden. For extra crispiness, broil for the last 2–3 minutes.
  2. Let it rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.

Notes

This casserole can be served as a standalone dish or with a green salad or steamed vegetables. Great for leftovers; store covered in the refrigerator for up to three days or freeze for up to two months.