Delicious Cheeseburger French Fry Casserole (Print version)
A hearty cheeseburger casserole with seasoned beef, pickles, crisp French fries, and melted cheese baked into one family-style dinner.
# Ingredients:
For the casserole
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1 lb (450 g) lean ground beef
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1/2 medium yellow onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided
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1/4 cup (40 g) chopped dill pickles
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3 large eggs
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1/2 cup (115 g) mayonnaise
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1/2 cup (120 ml) half-and-half
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2 cups (225 g) shredded cheddar or Colby Jack cheese, divided
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16 oz (450 g) frozen shoestring or crinkle-cut French fries
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
For serving
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1 cup shredded lettuce
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1/2 cup diced tomatoes
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Ketchup, mustard, or Thousand Island dressing, to taste
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 11x7-inch or similar 2-quart baking dish with nonstick spray.
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Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat with the onion, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cook until the beef reaches 160°F and the onion is soft, then drain excess fat.
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Stir the chopped dill pickles into the hot beef. Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
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Whisk the eggs, mayonnaise, and half-and-half until smooth. Pour evenly over the beef mixture, then sprinkle with 1 cup of shredded cheese.
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Arrange the frozen fries in a single even layer over the cheese. Season the fries with garlic powder, the remaining salt, and the remaining pepper.
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Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes, until the center is set and the fries are golden. If needed, broil for 1-3 minutes to crisp the fries while watching closely.
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Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup cheese over the fries. Return to the oven for 3-5 minutes, until melted.
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Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes. Serve with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, ketchup, mustard, or Thousand Island dressing.
# Good to know:
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Best served hot after a short rest.
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Use thin frozen fries for the crispiest topping.
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Cook ground beef to 160°F for food safety.