This Cheeseburger French Fry Casserole brings together crispy fries, savory ground beef, melty cheddar, and a tangy burger-inspired sauce in one irresistible dish. Perfect for family dinners or game day!
Cheeseburger French Fry Casserole
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 6–8 servings | Cuisine: American | Course: Main Dish
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Ground Beef | 2 pounds |
| Shoestring French Fries | 28 oz bag |
| Cream of Mushroom Soup | 10.5 oz can |
| Cheddar Cheese Soup | 10.5 oz can |
| Yellow Onion, diced | ½ |
| Garlic, minced | 1 tbsp |
| Cheddar Cheese, shredded | ½ cup |
| Garlic Powder | 1 tsp |
| Onion Powder | 1 tsp |
| Salt | to taste |
| Black Pepper | to taste |
| Mayonnaise | ½ cup |
| Ketchup | ¼ cup |
| Mustard | 1 tbsp |
| Pickle Juice | 1 tsp |
| Dehydrated Onions | ½ tsp |
Instructions:
- Cook the French fries according to package directions, either in an air fryer or oven. Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef with diced onions until no pink remains. Add minced garlic and cook for 30–45 seconds. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Drain any excess grease.
- Stir in the cream of mushroom soup and cheddar cheese soup, combining well with the beef mixture.
- Transfer the beef mixture to a 7×11-inch casserole dish. Layer the cooked French fries on top and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, pickle juice, dehydrated onions, and black pepper until smooth.
- Drizzle the burger sauce over the casserole just before serving. Serve hot and enjoy!
Tips:
- For extra crispiness, lightly bake the French fries before layering.
- Add pickles or crispy bacon bits on top for a loaded version.
- This casserole can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving.