Description
A hearty and indulgent casserole combining juicy cheeseburger flavors with crispy French fries, all baked under a blanket of melted cheddar cheese. Cheeseburger French Fry Bake is comfort food at its best.
Ingredients
- Frozen French Fries: 24 ounces – Crispy topping and base layer.
- Ground Beef: 1 pound – Savory, hearty protein base.
- Yellow Onion: 1 medium, diced – Adds sweetness and depth.
- Garlic Powder: 1 teaspoon – Enhances the beef’s flavor.
- Salt: 1 teaspoon – Seasons the filling.
- Black Pepper: ½ teaspoon – Adds gentle heat.
- Ketchup: ½ cup – Tangy sweetness in the beef mixture.
- Mustard: 2 tablespoons – Signature cheeseburger zing.
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese: 2 cups – Melty and rich topping.
- Dill Pickles: ½ cup sliced – Optional garnish for crunch.
- Olive Oil or Cooking Spray: For greasing the baking dish.
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Set oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- Combine Ingredients: Spread fries on a baking sheet and bake until golden and crisp, about 20 minutes.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: In a skillet over medium heat, cook beef and onion until beef is browned and onion softened, 6–8 minutes. Drain fat.
- Assemble the Dish: Stir ketchup, mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper into beef. Spread mixture evenly in the baking dish. Sprinkle with 1 cup cheese, then layer baked fries on top.
- Cook to Perfection: Top with remaining cheese and bake 15 minutes until melted and bubbly.
- Finishing Touches: Let rest 5 minutes, then garnish with pickle slices if desired.
- Serve and Enjoy: Scoop onto plates and serve hot.
Notes
- Precook fries to keep them crispy in the casserole.
- Drain beef well to prevent greasiness.
- Add pickles just before serving for crunch.
- Use seasoned fries for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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