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Potato Cheese Casserole is a classic comfort food dish featuring tender potatoes, creamy cheese, and a golden brown crust. This hearty casserole is perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or a cozy family dinner. Our recipe collection includes variations like the classic potato cheese casserole, a cheesy potato casserole with ham, and a vegetarian potato cheese casserole. Each recipe offers step-by-step instructions to ensure perfect results. You'll also find tips on selecting the right potatoes, achieving a crispy crust, and incorporating different flavors to suit your taste. Whether it's a simple indulgence or a special occasion dish, our potato cheese casserole recipes promise a delicious and satisfying experience.
**Potato Cheese Casserole:**
This classic recipe features sliced potatoes, cheddar cheese, cream, butter, and spices. It's a timeless dish that's both comforting and flavorful.
**Cheesy Potato Casserole with Ham:**
This twist on the classic casserole adds diced ham for a savory and protein-packed dish. It's perfect for brunch, lunch, or dinner.
**Vegetarian Potato Cheese Casserole:**
This version of the casserole is perfect for vegetarians or those looking for a meatless meal. It uses a mix of vegetables, such as broccoli, carrots, and bell peppers, along with cheese and potatoes.
**Tips:**
- Use a variety of potatoes for a more interesting texture and flavor.
- For a crispy crust, sprinkle some bread crumbs or grated Parmesan cheese on top of the casserole before baking.
- Add your favorite herbs and spices for a personalized flavor.
With this collection of recipes, you'll have the perfect potato cheese casserole for any occasion. Enjoy the delicious combination of creamy cheese and tender potatoes in every bite!
HAM & CHEESE POTATO CASSEROLE
This recipe makes two cheesy, delicious casseroles. Have one tonight and put the other on ice for a future busy weeknight. It's like having money in the bank when things get hectic! -Kari Adams, Fort Collins, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h5m
Yield 2 casseroles (5 servings each).
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, mix soup, sour cream, water and pepper until blended. Stir in potatoes, cheese and ham., Transfer to 2 greased 2-qt. baking dishes. Bake, covered, 40 minutes. Uncover; bake 10-15 minutes longer or until bubbly. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked casseroles. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 375°. Bake casseroles as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 474 calories, Fat 26g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 92mg cholesterol, Sodium 1555mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 20g protein.
TARTIFLETTE (FRENCH POTATO, BACON, AND CHEESE CASSEROLE)
This striking looking dish is basically a potato, onion, and bacon casserole, topped with Reblochon cheese.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Side Dish Potato Side Dish Recipes Potatoes Au Gratin Recipes
Time 1h25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Boil unpeeled potatoes with salt in water over high heat; reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are easily pierced with a knife but are not too soft, 15 to 25 minutes depending on size. Remove potatoes from water to cool.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Cook bacon in a skillet over medium to medium-high heat until cooked but not quite crisp and most of the fat is rendered out, 5 to 7 minutes. Push bacon to one side of the pan and blot up some of the fat with a wadded paper towel. Add onion slices. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper and cayenne. Cook and stir over medium heat until onions are soft, sweet, and golden, about 6 minutes. Add white wine; cook for 2 minutes and deglaze pan. Remove from heat.
- Cut wheel of cheese into 2 semi-circles. Place each half cut side down and split in half to form 2 more semi-circles, each with a rind side and creamy cheese side.
- When potatoes are cool enough to handle, peel off the skin. Slice into fairly thick slices, about 1/3 inch thick.
- Place a little over half the potato slices onto bottom of a 2-quart shallow baking dish. A little overlapping is fine. Sprinkle with a bit of salt. Pour in bacon/onion/wine mixture and spread over potatoes in an even layer. Arrange the remaining potato slices over the top, overlapping as needed. Spread creme fraiche over the potatoes. Place down cheese pieces, rind side up. Transfer pan to a baking sheet. Bake in center rack of preheated oven until browned and potatoes are tender, 45 to 50 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 497.5 calories, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 90.6 mg, Fat 29.6 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 21.3 g, SaturatedFat 16.9 g, Sodium 1120.2 mg, Sugar 3.8 g
EASY SAUSAGE, POTATO, CHEESE BREAKFAST CASSEROLE
Eggs, sausage, potato, cheese all in one dish. Easy to prepare the night before and bake in the morning.
Provided by KellyC
Categories Breakfast
Time 40m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Lightly grease a medium baking dish.
- Cook and stir sausage in a medium skillet over medium heat until evenly browned and broken up.
- Remove sausage to a separate plate.
- Add the butter to the same skillet and replace over medium heat.
- Add the package of diced potatoes.
- Cook and stir until lightly browned and slightly crispy on the outside.
- Place the potatoes in the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle with half of the seasoning salt and pepper.
- Cover with the sausage.
- Sprinkle the cheese over all.
- Pour the eggs over the top.
- Finish with the rest of the seasoning salt and pepper.
- Bake 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the eggs are fully cooked.
- If the dish has been refrigerated and is cold, it can take up to an hour to bake.
JOLEAN'S CHEESE POTATO & SMOKED SAUSAGE CASSEROLE
This was another one of our favorites in the 70's Very inexpensive and very easy to make. Just recently found this recipe hand-written by my Mom, and the warm feelings flood back to me, because this was a true favorite in our house. Little did I know that she was on such a tight budget, yet made things like this that we all loved!! NOTE: The meat that was used in this recipe always varied, according to whatever we had available at the time.
Provided by Stacky5
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut skinless smoked sausage in half, lengthwise, and then chop into 1/2 inch "half moon" cuts. Cook in a frying pan for about 15 minutes, turning frequently to SLIGHTLY brown.
- Meanwhile, put cooked & diced potatoes in 2 quart casserole. Add cooked meat and give it a gentle toss.
- Mix all remaining ingredients (except for shredded cheddar cheese & the paprika) in a saucepan over medium heat until warm, melted and smooth. (Use a whisk and stir constantly.).
- Pour white/cheese sauce over potatoes and meat. Sprinkle shredded sharp cheddar cheese on top, and then sprinkle paprika evenly over the top.
- Bake in preheated 350°F oven for 35-45 minutes (watch, until golden brown on top).
- NOTE: You can substitute: 1/2 lb. hot dogs, sliced into 1/2-inch slices OR 1/2 lb. ham diced into 1/2-inch dices OR 12 oz. can of Spam diced into 1/2-inch dices, instead of the smoked sausage.
CHEESE AND POTATO CASSEROLE
This is an awesome side dish that I can't eat enough of it! A cheese and hash brown mixture is covered with a simple, crunchy topping and baked to perfection!
Provided by LaceyAnne
Categories Side Dish Potato Side Dish Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 7
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease one 2 quart casserole dish.
- In a large bowl, mix together the hash brown potatoes, 1/2 cup butter, salt, pepper, onion, cream of chicken soup, sour cream and Cheddar cheese. Transfer the mixture to the casserole dish.
- In a medium bowl, mix the whole wheat flake cereal and remaining butter; sprinkle over potato mixture.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 643.5 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Cholesterol 143.5 mg, Fat 60.7 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 36.2 g, Sodium 1117.6 mg, Sugar 1 g
CHEESE POTATO CASSEROLE
My aunt made this favorite potato cheese casserole over and over at the request of family and friends. It's a very easy side dish to make. -Lois Jeffery, Chesterland, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h
Yield 6-8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons butter. Stir in the flour and salt until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat., Stir in the cheeses until melted. Add potatoes; stir gently to coat. Transfer to a greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with lemon juice., In a small skillet, melt the remaining butter. Add bread crumbs; cook and stir over medium heat until lightly browned. Sprinkle over potato mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 calories, Fat 12g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 364mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
INSTANT MASHED POTATO, HAM AND CHEESE CASSEROLE
Oh my gosh, this is the cheapest, quickest and tastiest main dish ever. We have this at least once a week. I like to brown my ham in butter before adding to casserole. It just makes the ham a little crisp. You will not be disappointed.
Provided by Parkers Mom
Categories Ham
Time 15m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine water, salt, butter, garlic powder and parsley flakes and heat to a boil.
- Remove from heat.
- Add cold milk.
- Stir instant potato flakes gently and stir until smooth.
- Pour instant potatoes into well greased casserole dish.
- Top potatoes with Virginia Baked Deli Ham (I like to brown my ham in butter in a skillet before adding to casserole; just makes ham crisp. I only do this if I have time. Just as good without browning the ham -- ).
- Top Ham with shredded cheese.
- Broil 4-6 inches from heat for 60 seconds or until golden brown.
CREAMY MASHED POTATO CASSEROLE WITH SPINACH AND FETA CHEESE
For all you potato lovers, this is a killer side dish, a must-try! Prep time includes boiling the potatoes.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Potato
Time 1h15m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook the poatoes in boiling water until very tender.
- Mash with a potato masher or a fork.
- In a large bowl, mix together the mashed potatoes with the butter, sour cream, salt and pepper.
- Set the oven to 350 degrees.
- Butter a 10 cup casserole dish.
- Wash the fresh spinach leaves (if using fresh spinach).
- Place the wet leaves in a microwave-safe dish; cover, and microwave on HIGH for 2-3 minutes, when cool, enough to handle, squeeze out all excess moisture.
- Chop coarsley, and place in a medium-size bowl; stir in the feta cheese and the garlic.
- Stir the spinach mixture into the potatoes.
- Spoon the mixture into the prepared baking dish (swirling the top slightly to design).
- Sprinkle with the grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake, uncovered in the center of the oven at 350 degrees about 40-50 minutes, or until the top is golden.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 571.7, Fat 23.6, SaturatedFat 15.3, Cholesterol 74.7, Sodium 787.8, Carbohydrate 72.2, Fiber 9.9, Sugar 5.6, Protein 20.9
CHICKEN AND THREE-CHEESE POTATO CASSEROLE
Rotisserie chicken and a boxed potato mix whip up into a delicious dinner complete with broccoli.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 2-quart casserole with cooking spray.
- Stir Sauce Mix, boiling water, cheese, chicken and broccoli with whisk in casserole. Stir in Potatoes.
- Bake uncovered about 35 minutes or until potatoes are tender (sauce will thicken as it stands).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1250 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g
CHEESE AND POTATO BREAKFAST CASSEROLE
Cheese, hash brown potatoes, bacon, and eggs come together to make a deliciously different and hearty breakfast casserole. Great for company or a special brunch! For a version that has less fat, cholesterol, and calories, use low- or no-fat cheese and/or omit bacon.
Provided by Krysie
Categories Breakfast and Brunch Potatoes
Time 45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 3-quart baking dish.
- Combine hash browns, Cheddar cheese, onion, bacon, green bell pepper, and parsley in a bowl. Transfer to the prepared baking dish.
- Mix eggs and cottage cheese together in a blender until smooth. Pour evenly over the potato mixture.
- Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, about 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 301.3 calories, Carbohydrate 23.1 g, Cholesterol 130.8 mg, Fat 21.2 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 19.5 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 491.7 mg, Sugar 1 g
EGG, POTATO AND CHEESE CASSEROLE
We used bacon as our meat of choice in this recipe and it made for a wonderfully complete meal! All the yummy flavors of a traditional breakfast in one easy dish... woohoo!
Provided by Natasha Nalley
Categories Eggs
Time 1h15m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Cook potatoes and cool in the refrigerator. (Can be done the night before.)
- 2. Peel, then grate potatoes (or rice in ricer).
- 3. Mix eggs, water, salt and pepper together.
- 4. Put potatoes and onion, evenly over bottom of a greased casserole. (You can mix them together if you'd like.)
- 5. Layer or mix in ham or whatever meat you are using.
- 6. Pour beaten egg mixture over potatoes.
- 7. Spread cheese over top.
- 8. Cover with foil and bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.
- 9. Remove foil and bake an additional 15 minutes until golden brown.
- 10. Let set 10 minutes after baking before cutting and serving.
POTATO CHEESE CASSEROLE
Make and share this Potato Cheese Casserole recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Potato
Time 55m
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Butter a 13 x 9-inch casserole dish.
- Cook potatoes in boiling salted water for 8-10 minutes or until tender, drain, set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the next 10 ingredients, and 1 cup Swiss cheese; mix well.
- Fold in the potatoes.
- Spoon into greased baking dish.
- Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes, or until bubbly and lightly brown.
- Top with cheddar and remaining Swiss; sprinkle with paprika.
- Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
SEAFOOD, POTATO AND CHEESE CASSEROLE
I made this one up, but not saying I'm the first to do that. It's sort of 3 dishes in one. My friends say this is one my best creations. It has lots of butter in it, but I have tried to substitute and it doesn't taste as good.
Provided by Ben and Boo
Categories Crab
Time 1h
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Cook bacon until crisp, chop and set aside.
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Cut Potatoes into bite size pieces or about .5 ounces each.
- Place in a large casserole dish, season with salt, pepper and Cajun seasoning.
- Pour ½ stick of melted butter over potatoes and mix to coat.
- Bake for 50 minutes or until the potatoes are fork tender and beginning to brown.
- When the potatoes are almost done, Use a large deep skillet and add 1 stick butter, the onions, bell pepper and celery.
- Simmer for about 8 minutes until onions begin to clear.
- Add the garlic, simmer 1 minute.
- Add the lemon juice, tarragon vinegar and the shrimp.
- Season with salt, pepper and Essence or cayenne.
- Cook shrimp until just done, about three minutes.
- Add the cream cheese and sour cream, when it has liquefied add the crab meat, and stir gently to mix well.
- When the mixture is hot, pour it over the top of the potatoes in the casserole dish and smooth it out.
- Sprinkle the top with the parmesan, the chopped bacon, and spread the cheddar cheese out evenly on top.
- Bake until the cheese has melted and serve immediately garnished with chopped green onions and a few dashes of Essence.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 724.4, Fat 49.4, SaturatedFat 29.8, Cholesterol 242.2, Sodium 1038.2, Carbohydrate 34.3, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 3.2, Protein 37
HAM, ONION, CHEESE AND POTATO CASSEROLE
Simple, flavorful casserole. For a bolder taste Colby cheese can be used instead of Cheddar. Submitted to www.recipezaar.com on Jan. 17, 2010.
Provided by Papa D 1946-2012
Categories Breakfast
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a small skillet saute onions in butter until tender. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
- Combine potatoes, cheese, ham slices, soup, onions with butter and pepper in a large bowl.
- Spoon this mixture into a 13 x 9 inch baking dish sprayed with non-stick.
- Bake at 350° F for about 35 minutes or until lightly browned.
ARTICHOKE, POTATO, AND CHEESE CASSEROLE
This dish is a little different. Think of it as potatoes au gratin with artichokes added. It's hearty, rich, and very satisfying! From Chef Paul Prudhomme's Fiery Foods That I Love cookbook. Enjoy! You can replace the 4 artichokes with 2 cans of artichoke hearts to make this quicker.
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Cheese
Time P1DT6h50m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Combine the seasoning mix ingredients in a small bowl.
- Place a large pot half filled with water over high heat.
- Add the artichokes and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer just until the artichokes are tender, about 25 minutes.
- Remove the artichokes from the pot, reserving the cooking water, and allow them to cool.
- The best way to do this is to turn them upside down on your drainboard-all the excess water will drain out and they'll cool quickly.
- Boil the potatoes in the water in which the artichokes were cooked just until they're tender, about 35 to 40 minutes, reserving 1 cup of the water (or if most of the cooking water has evaporated, add enough water to measure 1 cup).
- Peel the potatoes and dice enough into 1/2 inch cubes to measure 1 cup firmly packed: slice the remainder into 1/2 inch thick rounds.
- Set aside.
- You may be tempted to eat all the artichokes yourself right now, but resist!
- Inside every leaf there's a small amount of pulp-the good part.
- To get it out, with your thumb on the back of a teaspoon, scrape the pulp off the inside of the leaf, always scraping away from yourself.
- Reserve the pulp and discard the leaves.
- Scrape out and discard the choke, the fuzzy section underneath all the little leaves, and be sure to get it all.
- Peel the stems and dice the hearts and stems into bite-sized pieces.
- Arrange the artichoke stems, hearts, and pulp and the potato slices in a 9x13 inch casserole, alternating layers of potato and artichoke.
- Set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 350*F.
- Melt the butter in a 3-quart pot over high heat.
- When the butter sizzles, add the onions, ginger, serrano peppers, and seasoning mix.
- Stir and cook, and when the onions begin to brown, about 6 minutes, add the diced potatoes.
- Reduce the heat to medium if necessary to prevent burning.
- Cook, stirring and mashing the potatoes constantly, until the mixture becomes thick, fairly dry, and brown, about 4 minutes.
- Add the reserved cooking water and cook, continuing to stir, for 6 minutes.
- Add the tamari and cook for 5 minutes, stirring vigorously and mashing the potatoes until they disintegrate.
- The mixture should be a rich brown color.
- Stir in the heavy cream, bring to a boil, then add the mozzarella cheese.
- Stir and remove from the heat.
- Pour this sauce over the artichokes and potatoes in the casserole and top with the Cheddar cheese.
- Bake until the cheese is a beautiful golden brown, about 25 minutes.
- Serve hot.
CHEESE, EGG, & POTATO CASSEROLE
Something I dashed off tonight for dinner. I'm still working on the details to fine-tune this recipe, especially since I don't exactly remember how I made it tonight. As time goes by, I'll edit the recipe to correct some of the errors that are almost certainly here. Feel free to post your own thoughts and concerning and personal modifications to this very basic recipe.
Provided by The Woodwindist
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet at medium-high heat.
- Add the potatoes and use your spatula to make sure the potatoes are fairly evenly coated with oil.
- Lightly grease a 13 X 9 baking pan.
- Let the potatoes cook about 5-7 minutes. Check the bottom. If the bottom of the potatoes is brown, turn the potatoes. Leave the potatoes to cook another 5-7 minutes, and then recheck them. Make sure you keep the turning to a minimum.
- Beat the 12 eggs in a large bowl. Add the milk, salt, and pepper and beat together.
- When the potatoes have been thoroughly cooked, remove them from the pan and arrange them evenly on the bottom of the 13 X 9 baking pan.
- Pour the egg mixture over the top.
- Add any of the optional ingredients.
- Cover with the cheese.
- Bake at 350 degrees F for 40 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
CHEESE AND POTATO CASSEROLE
EVEN THOUGH my family is grown and gone, I still like to make mashed potatoes. I came up with this variation a long time ago, thinking that it would be a change of pace. It became number one on my family's request list. It's also simple to make in larger quantities if needed. -Margaret Draughon, Clinton, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 40m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine potatoes, sour cream, milk and garlic powder; mix well. Spoon half into a greased 1-qt. baking dish. Layer with half of the onions and cheese. Repeat layers. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts :
TWO-CHEESE AND ROSEMARY MASHED POTATO CASSEROLE
Bring back memories of grandma's hearty meals with this cheesy mashed potato casserole. You'll love the make-ahead tip.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 1h15m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Grease 1 1/2-quart casserole. Place potatoes in 4-quart Dutch oven; add enough water (salted if desired) to cover. Cover and heat to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer about 10 minutes or until potatoes are tender; drain. Shake potatoes in Dutch oven over low heat to dry.
- In large bowl, mash potatoes until no lumps remain. Add milk in small amounts, beating after each addition (amount of milk needed to make potatoes smooth and fluffy depends on kind of potatoes used).
- Add sour cream, margarine, rosemary and salt. Beat vigorously until potatoes are light and fluffy. Stir in Havarti cheese. Spoon into casserole. Sprinkle with Cheddar cheese.
- Bake uncovered 30 to 35 minutes or until hot. Sprinkle with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 185, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 230 mg
CROCK POT NACHO CHEESE POTATO CASSEROLE
My family just loves these potatoes. They are quick to prepare since you buy prepared sliced potatoes.
Provided by Audrey M
Categories Potato
Time 4h10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook ground beef on top of stove or microwave; drain off fat.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine soup, undrained chile peppers and milk; blend well.
- Lightly spray slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.
- Layer half of potatoes, cooked ground beef and soup mixture.
- Repeat process.
- Cook on low for 4 hours or on High for 2 1/2 hours or until potatoes are done.
- Gently stir before serving.
- Top with sour cream, salsa and/or sliced green onions.
- If you are unable to find Nacho cheese soup, you can add melted Mexican cheese to regular cheese soup, use a Nacho cheese sauce or just use melted Mexican Velveeta cheese.
LAYERED POTATO AND CHEESE CASSEROLE
Seek out authentic Italian fontina, the semisoft mild cheese from the Valle d' Aosta. Offer this classic baked dish as a substantial first course or as a simple main course at lunch, perhaps accompanied by a green salad -
Provided by Chef mariajane
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Have ready a large bowl of water. Peel the potatoes and slice them into thin rounds. As soon as they are skiced, place them in the water. When they have all bveen sliced, drain well and lay out on a kitchen towel to dry.
- Preheat an oven to 300°F Grease a baking dish about 9 1/2 inches in diameter with the butter. In the prepared dish, layer some of the potato slices in a circle, with the slices slightly overlapping, to form a flower,.
- Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and a small handful of each of the cheeses. Repeat the layering until yo have used up all the potatoes, finishing with the cheeses. Pour the meat stock over the surface.
- Bake until potatoes are tender when pierced with a toothpick and the top is slightly golden, about 1 1/2 hours. Be careful that they do not become too brown on top, covering the dish with aluminum foil if necessary. Serve hot, directly from the dish.
Tips:
- Use freshly grated cheese: Pre-shredded cheese contains cellulose, a preservative that prevents clumping but can make the cheese sauce grainy. Freshly grated cheese melts more smoothly and gives the casserole a creamier texture.
- Don't overcook the potatoes: Overcooked potatoes will become mushy and break down in the casserole. Cook them just until they are tender-crisp, about 10 minutes.
- Use a variety of cheeses: Using a blend of cheeses, such as cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan, will give the casserole a more complex flavor and texture.
- Season the casserole well: Don't be afraid to add plenty of salt and pepper to the casserole. This will help to enhance the flavor of the potatoes, cheese, and onions.
- Top the casserole with bread crumbs: A topping of bread crumbs will give the casserole a golden brown crust and add a bit of extra texture.
- Let the casserole rest before serving: Allowing the casserole to rest for a few minutes before serving will help it to set and make it easier to slice.
Conclusion:
Potato cheese casserole is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple tips, you can make a potato cheese casserole that is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.
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