Simple Cheeseburger Casserole for Supper or Breakfast
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Looking for a delicious new casserole for your family to try? This Simple Cheeseburger Casserole makes the perfect supper or breakfast!
Simple Cheeseburger Casserole
Having a collection of versatile casserole dishes is a must for simple, everyday cooking. I enjoy a good casserole but often get tired of the same old, same old. That’s when I like to bring in this Cheeseburger Casserole for a delicious and nourishing hot meal for the family.
Not keen on the idea of ground beef at breakfast time? Not a problem, because this makes a fantastic dinner as well! Grab a pound of ground beef out of your freezer in the morning to have thawed and ready by dinner time. Ground pork or breakfast sausage may suit you for a brunch or breakfast dish as well.
This Cheeseburger Casserole consists of two delicious layers that cook together into the cheesy, juicy goodness of a cheeseburger. The first layer is browned hamburger in what I like to call a “special sauce.”
While the ingredients of this sauce may seem lengthy, they’re quite simple staples you’ll find in your fridge or pantry! The top layer is what gives this casserole the breakfast/dinner versatility – fluffy eggs, spices, and lots of melty cheese. While baking in the oven, these two layers will cook together just enough to create the “stick” that a good casserole needs.
Enjoy!
Ingredients for the Cheeseburger Casserole
- Ground Beef
- Yellow Onion
- Minced Garlic
- Mayonnaise
- Ketchup
- Yellow Mustard
- worcestershire sauce
- Pickle juice & sliced dill pickles
- Eggs
- Milk
- Dried Parsley
- Hot sauce
- Salt, Pepper, Paprika
- Shredded Cheese
Optional Ingredients:
You may also want to add these ingredients to the casserole depending on how far you want the meal to stretch.
- Tomatoes, sliced
- Hashbrowns or Tater Tots
- Bacon
- Extra Veggies
- Ground Turkey (instead of beef)
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Step By Step Instructions for Making Cheeseburger Casserole
Start by browning the ground beef and diced onion on your stovetop. Once the hamburger is cooked, I generally feel that the onion has cooked enough too. Add in minced garlic just before fully cooked. Drain if there is apparent grease.
Next, you will mix all of the condiments together to create that delicious special sauce. Grab a small bowl (a salad bowl works fine) and mix mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and pickle juice until well blended. Pour into browned hamburger and onions, then mix.
Pour into a medium baking dish to create a hamburger layer. I like to use a Pyrex 2 quart glass baking dish. Top with sliced pickles.
Tip: I like to let my pickles sit on a paper towel atop a plate while cooking the first layer. This eliminates some of the juice and will help with the baking process.
For the egg and cheese layer, you’ll begin by cracking and whisking the eggs. Mix in milk, parsley, salt, pepper, and paprika. Also, add hot sauce if you wish. Pour over the hamburger and pickle layer, then top with the sprinkle of shredded cheese. I used a mixture of cheddar cheese and mozzarella, but you can use Monterey jack or other cheeses for whatever flavor you wish to make.
Place baking dish in oven to bake at 375 F for 25-35 minutes. Cheese should be melted and bubbly, and eggs should be fluffy, but no longer jiggly. Let cool for at 10 minutes before serving.
Side Dishes for Cheeseburger Casserole
I love serving this with a side of biscuits and jelly for breakfast or brunch. Hashbrowns are great too. If serving for dinner, think of what you might side with a cheeseburger – French fries, side salad, etc.
If you can’t think of anything, that’s ok! This easy Cheeseburger Casserole recipe is a complete meal in itself.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat it in the microwave or in the oven.
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Cheeseburger Casserole for Breakfast or Supper
A cheesy, delicious, and versatile meal to add to your casserole recipe collection! Enjoy a layer of hamburger in a special sauce with pickles, topped with fluffy eggs and cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 yellow onion diced
- 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
- 3 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
- 3 teaspoon pickle juice
- sliced dill pickles
- 6 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce optional
- dash salt and pepper
- dash paprika
- 2 cups shredded cheese your choice
Instructions
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Start by browning the ground beef and diced onion on your stovetop. Once the hamburger is cooked, I generally feel that the onion has cooked enough too. Add in minced garlic just before fully cooked. Drain if there is apparent grease.
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Next, you will mix all of the condiments together to create that delicious special sauce. Grab a small bowl (a salad bowl works fine) and mix mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, worcestershire sauce, and pickle juice until well blended. Pour into browned hamburger and onions, then mix.
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Pour into a medium baking dish to create hamburger layer. I like to use a Pyrex 2 qt. glass baking dish. Top with sliced pickles. Tip: I like to let my pickles sit on a paper towel atop a plate while cooking the first layer. This eliminates some of the juice and will help with the baking process.
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For the egg and cheese layer, you'll begin by cracking and whisking the eggs. Mix in milk, parsley, salt, pepper, and paprika. Also add hot sauce, if you wish. Pour over the hamburger and pickle layer, then top with shredded cheese. I used a mixture of cheddar and mozzarella.
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Place baking dish in oven to bake at 375 F for 25-35 minutes. Cheese should be melted and bubbly, and eggs should be fluffy, but no longer jiggly. Let cool for at 10 minutes before serving.
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What kind of casseroles does your family enjoy?
Ashley resides in the Midwest with her husband and little family. She enjoys learning and living all things home – home decor, homesteading, homemaking, and home life. She manages her own social media account, Calico Homestead, and enjoy sharing my stories and discoveries with kindred spirits.
This recipe for Simple Cheeseburger Casserole was originally posted on Little House Living in January 2021. It has been updated as of January 2024.
I appreciate your great help.
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I think I’d try adding a layer of hash browns to it. Sounds good, thanks.
I made this — It was amazing! Thank you for sharing such wonderful recipes.
I really enjoy your blog. Thank you for keeping me alive and interested in the world.
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