🥔🧀 Cheesy Hamburger Potato Casserole (High-Protein Version)
All the comfort of a classic cheesy hamburger potato bake, packed with protein for muscle-building meals, Abrar.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
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500g lean ground beef (5–10% fat)
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4 medium potatoes, diced (or use cauliflower for lower carbs)
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1 small onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup low-fat shredded cheddar cheese
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½ cup light cream cheese
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½ cup nonfat Greek yogurt
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½ cup beef broth (low sodium)
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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½ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp salt
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Optional protein boost: ½ cup blended cottage cheese
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Optional garnish: green onions or parsley
👩🍳 Instructions
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Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Cook potatoes: Boil diced potatoes 5–7 minutes until just tender. Drain.
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Brown beef: In a skillet, cook ground beef with onion and garlic until beef is cooked through. Drain excess fat.
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Make creamy sauce: In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, cream cheese, beef broth, paprika, salt, and pepper (add cottage cheese if using).
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Combine ingredients: In the baking dish, layer potatoes and beef mixture. Pour creamy sauce over top and stir gently to combine.
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Top with cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheddar evenly.
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Bake: 20–25 minutes until bubbly and cheese is melted.
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Garnish with green onions or parsley before serving.
📊 Nutrition (Per Serving – Approx., 6 servings)
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Calories: ~420
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Protein: 45–50g
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Carbs: 25–28g
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Fat: 16g
(Macros vary depending on cheese and beef used.)
💪 High-Protein Tips
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Increase ground beef to 650g for 55g+ protein per serving
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Stir in extra cottage cheese to the creamy sauce
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Use high-protein potatoes (or add a scoop of protein powder to sauce)
🔥 Lower-Carb Version
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Replace potatoes with cauliflower florets or turnips
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Keep cheese and Greek yogurt for creaminess
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Skip cream cheese for lower fat if desired
🍽 Serving Ideas
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Side of steamed green vegetables
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Top with diced pickles for a “burger vibe”
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Serve with a small side salad
