Cheeseburger French Fry Casserole (Print-Friendly Version)
Seasoned beef, ketchup, mustard and cheddar bake over a French-fry base. Pre-cook the fries according to their package before layering; the covered base will soften under sauce and cheese. Pickles add a cool finishing contrast after baking.
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House placeholder — AdSense units launch here# Ingredients You’ll Need:
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4 cups frozen fries
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½ cup shredded mozzarella (optional)
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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1 tsp salt
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1 tbsp olive oil for sautéing
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2 cups grated cheddar
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1 cup ketchup
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½ cup diced pickles, optional topping
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¼ cup milk
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2 minced garlic cloves
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1 tbsp yellow mustard
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½ tsp ground black pepper
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1 lb beef, ground
# How to Make It:
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Cook the frozen fries on a tray according to their package.
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Prepare a greased nine-by-thirteen-inch baking dish and set the oven to 400°F for the casserole. Heat olive oil in a skillet.
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Cook ground beef in crumbles until it reaches 160°F and drain excess fat. Add onion and garlic and cook until softened.
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Stir in ketchup, mustard, salt and pepper and simmer briefly.
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Spread the cooked fries across the prepared dish. Distribute the beef mixture evenly over them.
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Drizzle with milk and add cheddar plus optional mozzarella. Bake about twenty-five to thirty minutes, continuing until the center reaches 165°F.
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Cover loosely if browning too quickly. Finish with optional pickles and serve, expecting a softened potato base.