Cheeseburger French Fry Casserole (Printer-Friendly Version)

Hearty casserole combining seasoned beef, melty cheese, and crisp fries finished with a savory sauce.

# Ingredients Needed:

→ Protein

01 - 1 pound 80% lean ground beef

→ Vegetables & Aromatics

02 - 1 cup diced yellow onion
03 - 2 cloves minced garlic

→ Soups

04 - 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
05 - 1 can (10.5 oz) cheddar cheese soup

→ Dairy

06 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

→ Frozen Foods

07 - 1 package (20 oz) frozen shoestring French fries

→ Spices & Seasonings

08 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
10 - Salt and black pepper to taste
11 - 1 tablespoon dehydrated onions

→ Burger Sauce

12 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise
13 - 2 tablespoons ketchup
14 - 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
15 - 1 tablespoon pickle juice
16 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Preheat the air fryer according to package directions. Arrange fries in a single layer and cook until golden and crispy. Set aside.
02 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and diced onions; cook, stirring frequently, until beef is no longer pink and onions are translucent.
03 - Add minced garlic to the beef mixture and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
04 - Pour cream of mushroom soup and cheddar cheese soup into the skillet. Stir thoroughly to combine into a uniform mixture.
05 - Spread the beef and soup mixture evenly in a 7x11 inch casserole dish. Top with the prepared crispy fries in a single layer.
06 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over fries. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (176°C) for 10–15 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
07 - Combine mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, pickle juice, dehydrated onions, and black pepper in a small bowl. Stir until smooth.
08 - Allow casserole to rest for 2–3 minutes after baking. Drizzle burger sauce over the top before serving. Serve warm.

# Helpful Hints:

01 - For crispiest fries, let them cool slightly before layering.
02 - Adjust burger sauce mustard or pickle juice to suit taste.
03 - Allow casserole to rest for 5 minutes before slicing for better texture.

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