Cheeseburger French Fry Casserole (Printer-Friendly)
Savor creamy beef, cheddar, and crispy fries layered for a comforting one-pan bake.
# What You'll Need:
→ Proteins
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1 pound ground beef (80% lean)
→ Vegetables
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1 medium yellow onion, diced
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1 clove garlic, minced
→ Canned Goods
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1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
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1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cheddar cheese soup
→ Frozen Foods
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4 cups frozen shoestring French fries
→ Cheese
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
→ Seasonings
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
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1 tablespoon dehydrated onions
→ Burger Sauce
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1/4 cup mayonnaise
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2 tablespoons ketchup
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1 teaspoon yellow mustard
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1 tablespoon pickle juice
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Black pepper, to taste
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat air fryer according to package instructions. Cook frozen shoestring fries in a single layer until golden and crispy. Set aside.
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and diced onions, stirring frequently until beef is no longer pink and onions are translucent.
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Stir minced garlic into the beef mixture and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper, mixing well.
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Pour in cream of mushroom soup and cheddar cheese soup. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is cohesive and heated through.
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Spread beef and soup mixture evenly in a 7x11 inch casserole dish. Top with cooked fries in a full layer, ensuring coverage across the dish.
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Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over fries. Bake in a 350°F oven for 10 to 15 minutes until cheese is melted and casserole is hot and bubbling.
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Combine mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, pickle juice, dehydrated onions, and black pepper in a small bowl. Stir until smooth.
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Remove casserole from oven and let rest for 2 minutes. Drizzle burger sauce over the top before serving. Serve hot and enjoy.
# Extra Suggestions:
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For the crispiest texture, allow fries to cool slightly before layering. Rest casserole 5 minutes after baking for easier slicing and optimal texture.
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This dish reheats well; reheat uncovered in the oven to retain crispiness.