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Delicious Hamburger Pie from Noreen
Hamburger Pie is a classic mid-century American casserole that blends comfort and convenience. Popularized during the 1950s, this dish was part of a wave of "one-dish" meals meant to simplify post-war family cooking. It’s a hearty, budget-friendly recipe combining seasoned ground beef, vegetables, and a mashed potato topping. Baked to golden perfection, it's a nostalgic reminder of retro home cooking, ideal for feeding a hungry family with minimal fuss.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 430 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 onion (medium , chopped)
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • salt (to taste)
  • pepper (to taste)
  • 20 oz green beans (drained)
  • 10½ condensed tomato soup
  • 5 potatoes (medium, cooked)
  • ½ cup milk (warm )
  • 1 egg (beaten )

For Larger Servings Add:

  • ½ lb hamburger

Instructions
 

Step 1 – Prepare the Meat Mixture

  • Brown chopped onion in hot fat in a skillet.
  • Add ground beef, salt, and pepper.
  • Cook until the meat is browned and fully cooked.

Step 2 – Combine Meat with Vegetables

  • Stir in drained green beans and condensed tomato soup.
  • Mix well and pour into a greased casserole dish.

Step 3 – Make Mashed Potato Topping

  • Mash cooked potatoes in a bowl.
  • Add warm milk, beaten egg, and seasoning (salt & pepper).
  • Mix until smooth and creamy.

Step 4 – Assemble the Casserole

  • Spoon mashed potatoes in mounds over the meat and vegetable mixture in the casserole.

Step 5 – Bake

  • Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 30 minutes until golden and bubbly.

Tips

  • Substitute green beans with corn or mixed vegetables for a twist.
  • Use instant mashed potatoes to save time.
  • Add cheddar cheese on top before baking for a golden crust.
  • To make it healthier, use lean ground turkey instead of beef.
  • For a richer flavor, mix a tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce into the meat mixture.

Nutrition

Calories: 430kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 25gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 870mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 680IUVitamin C: 16mgCalcium: 110mgIron: 3.8mg
Keyword baked casserole, comfort food, ground beef, hamburger, heirloom recipe, mashed potatoes, one-dish meal, retro recipes, vintage
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