Cheeseburger French Fry Casserole
A comforting casserole combining juicy ground beef, melty cheese, and crispy French fries baked together, perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings with classic burger flavors.
Equipment
- 1 baking dish large
- 1 skillet for cooking beef
- 1 oven preheated to 400°F
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ cup ketchup
- ¼ cup mustard optional
- ½ cup pickle relish or chopped pickles
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 24 oz bag frozen French fries
- ½ cup cooked bacon bits optional
- Chopped parsley or green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a large baking dish.
- Cook ground beef and diced onion in a skillet over medium heat until browned; drain excess fat.
- Add minced garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, mustard if using, and pickle relish; stir and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Spread the beef mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese evenly over the beef.
- Layer the frozen French fries in a single layer on top of the cheese.
- Scatter cooked bacon bits over the fries if using.
- Bake uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes until the fries are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions and serve with your favorite sauces.
Notes
- Add American cheese slices under fries for extra cheesiness.
- Make a Big Mac-style drizzle by mixing mayo, ketchup, and relish.
- Add jalapeños or hot sauce for spice.
- Air-fry fries 8 minutes before baking for crunchier texture.
- Skip mustard and increase ketchup for a kid-friendly version.