Crispy French Fry Casserole That Tastes Like Fast Food at Home
This Crispy French Fry Casserole is your favorite burger and fries—baked into one irresistible dish. Seasoned ground beef is topped with cheese and crispy fries, then baked to golden perfection. Fast, flavorful, and perfect for weeknights.
Ingredients
1½ lbs ground beef
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
1 can (10.5 oz) cheddar cheese soup or cream of cheddar
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 bag (about 26 oz) frozen French fries
Optional garnish: chopped green onions, pickles, or tomatoes
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onion until the beef is browned and the onion is soft. Drain excess fat.
Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Stir in the cream of mushroom soup, cheddar cheese soup, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Spread the beef mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
Sprinkle 1½ cups of shredded cheddar cheese over the beef layer.
Arrange frozen French fries evenly over the top.
Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, or until fries are golden brown and crispy.
Remove from oven and sprinkle remaining ½ cup cheddar cheese over the fries. Return to the oven for 5 more minutes, or until cheese is melted.
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with green onions, diced pickles, or tomatoes if desired.
Notes
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Best with crinkle or shoestring fries
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Keep fries frozen before baking
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Add toppings after baking for crunch and freshness
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Makes great leftovers for next-day lunch
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Easily doubles for a crowd