Shipwreck Hamburger Casserole

Dive into comforting nostalgia with this Shipwreck Hamburger Casserole, a hearty, one-dish wonder that’s packed with layers of flavor and wholesome ingredients. Featuring tender slices of potatoes, carrots, celery, and onion, this classic casserole is topped with savory, seasoned ground beef and a rich tomato-based sauce. Baked to perfection, it’s an easy-to-prepare dish that takes just 20 minutes of prep and emerges from the oven as the ultimate comfort food in under two hours. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping, this casserole is easily customizable—add a sprinkle of melted cheddar cheese for extra indulgence! Pair it with crusty bread or a crisp green salad for a satisfying meal that warms both body and soul. Keywords: shipwreck casserole, hamburger casserole recipe, layered casserole with ground beef, comfort food dinner ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:75 mins

Total Time:95 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 large yellow onion
• 3 medium potatoes
• 2 large carrots
• 2 medium celery stalks
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 10.5 ounces tomato soup
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Peel and thinly slice the potatoes, carrots, and onion. Dice the celery into small pieces. Set all vegetables aside.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess grease and set the beef aside.

Step 4

In a medium bowl, combine the canned diced tomatoes, tomato soup, water, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Stir well to make the sauce.

Step 5

Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray or oil.

Step 6

Layer the sliced potatoes evenly across the bottom of the baking dish. Follow with a layer of the carrots, celery, and then the onion.

Step 7

Spread the cooked ground beef evenly over the vegetable layers.

Step 8

Pour the tomato sauce mixture evenly over the top of everything, ensuring all layers are covered.

Step 9

Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven.

Step 10

Bake for 1 hour. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes. If desired, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top for the last 5-10 minutes of cooking to melt.

Step 11

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Step 12

Serve warm as-is or with a side of crusty bread or a simple green salad. Enjoy your hearty shipwreck casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2496.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2408.6

Total Fat 118.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 56.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 441.1mg	0%
Sodium 5275.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 222.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.6g	0%
Total Sugars 58.7g
Protein 130.6g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1369.7mg	0%
Iron 18.5mg	0%
Potassium 5953.7mg	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: 43.1%

Protein: 21.1%

Carbs: 35.9%