Champion Casserole

Get ready to serve up a crowd-pleaser with this hearty and comforting Champion Casserole! This all-in-one dish combines savory ground beef, sautéed onions, garlic, and a medley of colorful mixed vegetables, all smothered in a creamy sauce made with cream of mushroom soup and tangy sour cream. Topped with fluffy, buttery mashed potatoes and a generous layer of gooey melted cheddar cheese, this casserole delivers layers of flavor and texture in every bite. Perfect for family dinners or meal prepping, this recipe is ready in just one hour and serves six. Whether it's a busy weeknight or a cozy weekend meal, Champion Casserole is guaranteed to live up to its name, bringing comfort food to a whole new level. Try it tonight and let every bite remind you why casseroles are the champions of home cooking!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
• 1 can cream of mushroom soup
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 3 large russet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup whole milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Peel the russet potatoes and dice them into small chunks. Boil in salted water for 15–20 minutes, or until fork-tender.

Step 3

While the potatoes boil, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the ground beef until browned, about 5–7 minutes. Drain any excess grease.

Step 4

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the beef. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 3 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the frozen mixed vegetables, cream of mushroom soup, and sour cream. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Cook for another 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.

Step 6

Drain the cooked potatoes and mash them with butter and milk until smooth. Add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.

Step 7

Spread the beef and vegetable mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch casserole dish.

Step 8

Layer the mashed potatoes on top of the beef mixture, spreading them smoothly with a spatula.

Step 9

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the mashed potatoes.

Step 10

Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Allow the casserole to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Champion Casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2576.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3746.5

Total Fat 216.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 115.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 669.5mg	0%
Sodium 5588.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 297.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.4g	0%
Total Sugars 51.0g
Protein 175.1g	0%

Vitamin D 139.1IU	0%
Calcium 2478.1mg	0%
Iron 21.7mg	0%
Potassium 7578.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.7%

Protein: 18.3%

Carbs: 31.0%