French Fry Casserole Bake (Print Version)
Layers of fries, seasoned beef, cheddar, and creamy sauce baked until bubbly and golden.
# Ingredients:
→ Frozen Potatoes
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900 grams frozen crinkle-cut French fries
→ Seasonings
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3.5 grams kosher salt
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2 grams cracked black pepper
→ Meat & Onions
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900 grams lean ground beef
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75 grams sweet yellow onion, finely chopped
→ Sauces & Dairy
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298 grams cream of mushroom soup
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298 grams cheddar cheese soup
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30 milliliters half and half
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10 milliliters Worcestershire sauce
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340 grams mild cheddar cheese, freshly grated, divided
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 190°C. Line a baking sheet with heavy-duty aluminum foil and apply nonstick spray.
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Arrange frozen crinkle-cut fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle evenly with kosher salt and cracked black pepper. Bake for 20-25 minutes until crisp but not soggy, monitoring oven closely.
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While fries bake, combine lean ground beef and finely chopped onion in a large stockpot or nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Stir frequently for 5-7 minutes until beef is fully cooked and no pink remains. Drain excess liquids.
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Reduce heat to medium. Stir in cream of mushroom soup, cheddar cheese soup, half and half, and Worcestershire sauce. Cook mixture for 2 minutes, stirring continuously. Remove from heat.
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Coat a 23x33 cm baking dish with nonstick spray. Spread ground beef and soup mixture evenly into dish. Sprinkle 115 grams of shredded cheddar cheese over the mixture.
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Transfer baked fries, distributing evenly atop the cheddar layer. Sprinkle remaining 225 grams shredded cheddar cheese over fries.
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Return assembled dish to oven and bake for 18-20 minutes until cheese has fully melted and beef layer is bubbling. Serve immediately while hot.
# Notes:
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For optimal texture, ensure fries are crispy before layering into the casserole to prevent sogginess.