Cheeseburger French Fry Casserole

Kids love this cheeseburger french fry casserole because it combines two of their favorite fast foods. And I like the fact that I can whip it up with just four ingredients. —Karen Owen, Rising Sun, Indiana

Who knew dinner could be this easy with this Cheeseburger French Fry Casserole? Five ingredients and 30 minutes to bake are all you need for this weeknight meal. This recipe costs approximately $12.43 to make. It makes eight servings for about $1.55 per serving. Serve some and a for a complete meal. If your family loves cheeseburgers and french fries, they will LOVE this recipe. This recipe combines the flavors of two separate dishes into one mouth-watering delicious meal! It is comfort food at its finest. We love making casseroles because they are budget-friendly, kid-friendly, and feed a crowd. This casserole is like eating a cheesy hamburger without the buns. Instead, the crispy fries combine with the cheesy ground beef to create an irresistible flavor explosion. This Cheeseburger Casserole with French Fries is the perfect meal for busy weeknights or when you do not know what else to make!

Ingredients & Estimated Cost:

Recipe Cost: $12.43
Per Serving: $1.55
2 pounds lean ground beef – $6.66
2 (10.5 oz) cans of cream of mushroom soup – $1.16
26-ounce bag frozen crinkle-cut French fries – $2.29
2 teaspoons steak sauce – $0.10
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese – $2.22

How to Make Cheeseburger French Fry Casserole

First, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Then spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
Next, spread the fries on the baking sheet and bake for twenty minutes.
Then, brown the beef in a pan and drain the excess grease. Stir in the soup and steak sauce.
Let the sauce simmer for two to three minutes, and then spread the meat on the bottom of a 9×13-inch pan.
Spread the fries over the meat and top with cheese.
Finally, bake for ten minutes and serve immediately.