Cheesy Hamburger Potato Casserole

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 small onion, diced
• 5–6 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced (Yukon Gold or Russet)
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• Optional: chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Cook the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and diced onion until browned and no longer pink. Drain excess grease.
3. Make the Sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
4. Layer the Casserole: Arrange the sliced potatoes in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Spread the cooked beef mixture over the potatoes. Pour the soup mixture evenly over everything. Sprinkle with 1 cup of the cheese.
5. Cover and Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 60–70 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
6. Add Cheese and Finish Baking: Remove foil, sprinkle remaining cheese on top, and bake uncovered for an additional 10–15 minutes until golden and bubbly.
7. Let it Rest: Allow to rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.