Cheesy Hamburger Bake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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8 to 9 Yukon gold potatoes, about 2.5 pounds, thoroughly cleaned.
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2 pounds of ground beef, lean variety.
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1 cup of yellow sweet onion, diced finely.
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1 tablespoon of garlic that’s been minced.
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10.5 ounces of cream of mushroom soup (like Great Value or any preferred brand).
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1 cup of half-and-half cream.
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1 tablespoon of powdered onion seasoning.
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1½ teaspoons of kosher salt.
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1 teaspoon of black pepper, freshly cracked.
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3 cups of Colby jack cheese, freshly shredded (split into ¾ cup portions, with 1½ cups for the last layer).
# Instructions:
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Cut the potatoes into slices about ⅛-inch thick. To stop them from turning brown, place the slices in water while you prepare the other stuff.
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Turn on your oven to 350°F. Coat a 9x13 dish lightly with nonstick cooking spray.
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Cook the ground beef in a large pot or heavy pan over medium-high heat. Stir in the onions and garlic while cooking. Break up the meat as it browns, then drain the grease.
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Grab a medium bowl and whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, onion seasoning, half-and-half, salt, and pepper.
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Drain the potatoes and arrange a third of them on the bottom of your prepared dish. Top with a third of the cooked meat, ¾ cup of cheese, and a third of the creamy mixture.
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Do two more rounds of layering using the potatoes, beef, cheese, and sauce. For the last layer, sprinkle 1½ cups of cheese over the top.
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Cover the dish snugly with foil and bake it for 70 minutes. Then, take the foil off and bake for 20 more minutes so the cheese gets golden and bubbly.
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Take the dish out and cool it for about 15 minutes before eating. It'll still be hot, so let it rest.
# Notes:
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This cozy dish is layered with beef, tender potatoes, gooey cheese, and a mushroom-flavored creamy sauce. Perfect as a dinner for your family or to share at gatherings.