Description
Enjoy a cozy dinner with this cheesy and creamy French Fry Casserole. It’s the perfect comfort food to share. Pin now!
Ingredients
Scale
- 14 ounces of frozen French fries of choice
- 1.5 pounds of lean ground beef
- 3/4 cup of processed cheese sauce (like Cheez Whiz)
- 1 can (10.75 ounces) of condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
- 1/2 chopped onion
- 1/2 diced bell pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
Equipment Needed
- 9x13 baking dish
- Large skillet
- Microwave-safe bowl
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C). Lightly grease your 9×13 baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
- Brown the Beef: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned. Drain any excess fat for a healthier option.
- Sauté Vegetables: Incorporate the chopped onion and diced bell pepper into the skillet with the browned beef. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Add Creaminess: Stir in the condensed cream of mushroom soup into the skillet with your beef and vegetables. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes, combining all the flavors beautifully.
- Melt the Cheese Sauce: Pour the cheese sauce into a microwave-safe bowl and heat on low power for about 30 seconds, or until melted and smooth. Stir well.
- Assemble the Casserole: Transfer the beef and vegetable mixture into your prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Drizzle the melted cheese sauce over the top.
- Top with Fries: Arrange the frozen French fries in a single layer over the cheese mixture, ensuring even coverage for a perfect crispy top layer.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 20-30 minutes, or until the fries are golden brown and crispy.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it sit for about 5 minutes before serving. This allows the layers to set slightly, making it easier to serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes