Cheeseburger French Fry Casserole (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Meat Base
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500 g ground beef (80/20 fat ratio)
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1 medium yellow onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Seasonings
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Creamy Sauce
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300 g canned cheddar cheese soup
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300 g canned cream of mushroom soup
→ Topping
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600 g frozen shoestring french fries
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150 g sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
→ Burger Sauce
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60 g mayonnaise
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20 g ketchup
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10 g yellow mustard
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1 tablespoon pickle juice
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1 teaspoon dehydrated onions
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Pinch of black pepper
→ Preparation
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1 tablespoon neutral oil, for greasing
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 -
Preheat the air fryer to 200°C. Cook frozen shoestring fries according to package instructions until golden and crispy. Set aside.
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add neutral oil, then ground beef and diced onion. Sauté and break meat apart until fully browned and onions are soft, about 6–8 minutes.
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Stir in minced garlic and cook briefly for 30–45 seconds until fragrant, avoiding browning.
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Add onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir to distribute seasonings evenly. Drain excess fat thoroughly.
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Add canned cheddar cheese soup and cream of mushroom soup to the meat mixture. Stir well until cohesive and creamy.
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Lightly grease a 28x18 cm baking dish with oil. Spread the creamy meat mixture evenly along the bottom.
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Arrange crispy cooked french fries over the meat base, then sprinkle shredded sharp cheddar evenly across the top.
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Preheat oven to 175°C. Bake for 10–15 minutes until cheese is fully melted and fries are just browned. Monitor closely to avoid burning the cheese or fries.
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While the casserole bakes, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, pickle juice, dehydrated onions, and a pinch of black pepper in a bowl. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
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Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes after baking. Drizzle prepared burger sauce over the hot surface just before serving.
# Helpful Notes:
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Pre-cook fries thoroughly in an air fryer to avoid a soggy texture. Draining the meat prevents greasiness. Allow the finished dish to rest before serving for optimal texture.