Oven Baked 4-ingredient Amish Beef and Hashbrown Casserole
This hearty Amish-style casserole combines seasoned ground beef, creamy soup, shredded hash browns, and melted cheddar cheese for the ultimate comfort food experience. Perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Large skillet
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Wooden spoon
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef 80/20 blend recommended
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 bag (30 oz) frozen shredded hash browns thawed and drained
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
- Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking into crumbles until fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess grease and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
- Add cream of mushroom soup to the beef without thinning, then fold in the thawed and drained hash browns until evenly coated.
- Stir in 1.5 cups shredded cheese, reserving 0.5 cup for the top. Mix until cheese is distributed throughout the mixture.
- Transfer to prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer. Sprinkle remaining 0.5 cup cheese over the top, covering completely.
- Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes until edges are bubbly and top is golden brown. Let rest 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Thaw hash browns completely and squeeze out excess moisture for best texture
- Season beef with salt, pepper, and garlic powder while browning for enhanced flavor
- Let casserole rest before serving to allow mixture to set for cleaner portions
- Can be assembled ahead and refrigerated overnight, add 10 minutes to bake time if cooking from cold