Cheesy French Fry Comfort Casserole

Cheesy French Fry Comfort Casserole

  • Author: Audrey
  • Total Time: 1 HOUR 20 MINUTES
  • Yield: 6 SERVINGS 1x

Imagine curling up with a dish. That wraps you in warmth. And nostalgia. The Cheesy French Fry Comfort Casserole does just that. It’s a harmonious blend of crispy, golden fries. Atop a savory mix of lean ground beef, tender onions, and green peppers. All nestled under a gooey layer of melted cheese. This dish is more than a meal. It’s a moment of joy. A comforting hug. In casserole form. Every bite. Is a journey back. To simple, happy times. Around the dinner table. Where the flavors are as rich. And welcoming. As the memories you’ll make serving it.


Ingredients

2 pounds lean ground beef

1 c diced yellow onions

1 c diced green peppers

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon pepper

1 tablespoon garlic powder

10.5 ounces condensed cheddar cheese soup

10.5 ounces condensed cream of mushroom soup

1 c shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese blend

20 ounces frozen crinkle cut fries

1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt

1/2 teaspoon parsley flakes


Instructions

Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F. To get it ready for baking.

Cook Beef: In a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the ground beef. Until it’s fully browned.

Add Veggies: Stir in the onions. And green peppers to the skillet. With the beef. Cooking until they’re slightly softened.

Drain Fat: Remove any excess grease from the skillet. To keep the casserole from being too oily.

Season: Mix in salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Followed by the cheddar cheese soup. And cream of mushroom soup. Until everything is well combined.

Prepare Baking Dish: Lightly spray a 9×13 inch baking dish. With cooking spray.

Layer Beef Mixture: Spread the beef. And soup mixture evenly. In the bottom of the dish.

Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheese blend over the beef mixture.

Top with Fries: Arrange the frozen fries evenly. On top of the cheese.

Bake: Place the dish in the oven. And bake for 55 minutes. Until the fries are golden and crispy.

Season Fries: Sprinkle seasoned salt. And parsley flakes over the fries.

Broil: For extra crispiness. Broil for a few minutes. To brown the fries to your liking.

Rest and Serve: Let the casserole cool slightly. Before serving. To let it set up. For easier slicing.

Enjoy your comforting, cheesy, and crispy casserole!

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