All the flavors of a cheeseburger—baked into one crispy, comforting casserole!
Craving a cozy, all-in-one dinner? This Cheeseburger Fry Bake layers seasoned ground beef with a creamy, cheesy sauce and tops it off with golden, crispy fries. It’s the ultimate weeknight comfort food—and a guaranteed family favorite.
🧾 Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 onion, finely diced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup yellow mustard
- 1 bag (32 oz) frozen French fries
- Optional toppings: diced pickles, chopped tomatoes, shredded lettuce, extra cheese
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Cook the Beef Mixture
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large skillet, cook ground beef and diced onion over medium heat until browned and soft. Drain excess grease.
Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Mix the Sauce
In a bowl, stir together the cream of mushroom soup, milk, ketchup, and mustard until smooth.
Add to the skillet with the beef and stir to combine.
3. Assemble the Casserole
Spread the beef mixture into a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Sprinkle with shredded cheddar.
Top evenly with frozen French fries.
4. Bake It
Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until fries are crispy and golden.
(Optional) Sprinkle extra cheese on top and bake for another 5 minutes until melted.
5. Serve & Garnish
Let cool slightly before serving.
Top with your favorite burger-style garnishes like pickles, tomatoes, lettuce, or more cheese.
⏱️ Quick Info
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins
- Total Time: 50 mins
- Calories: ~400 per serving
- Servings: 6