Cheeseburger and Fries Casserole

Health score
34%
Cheeseburger and Fries Casserole
55 min.
4
774kcal

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If you're looking for a comforting and hearty meal that will please everyone at the table, look no further than this Cheeseburger and Fries Casserole. With a delicious combination of savory ground turkey, crisp French fries, creamy cheese, and tender broccoli, this dish has all the flavors of a classic cheeseburger, wrapped up in a satisfying casserole form. It’s perfect for a cozy lunch or dinner, and its easy-to-follow steps make it a great weeknight dinner option for busy families.

The rich, creamy sauce is made from a blend of 2% milk and sharp cheddar, creating a velvety texture that pairs perfectly with the turkey and broccoli. A little mustard powder and Worcestershire sauce add a punch of flavor, while the crispy French fries on top give this dish the ultimate comfort-food crunch. Plus, it’s quick to make, ready in just 55 minutes, and yields 4 hearty servings, making it an ideal meal for any occasion. Your taste buds will be delighted with every bite, and the family will be coming back for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 10 oz broccoli florets frozen thawed drained
  • 0.5 teaspoon thyme leaves dried
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • 16 oz fries frozen french thawed
  • pound pd of ground turkey lean
  • 1.8 cups milk 2%
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground mustard 
  •  onion chopped
  • servings salt and pepper 
  • 1.5 cups sharp cheddar shredded
  • tablespoons butter unsalted
  • teaspoons worcestershire sauce 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400F. Melt 1 Tbsp. butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add onion; saut until softened, 5 minutes.
  3. Add turkey, Worcestershire and thyme, and saut until turkey is cooked through, 10 minutes.
  4. In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt 2 Tbsp. butter. Stir in flour.
  5. Add milk and cook, stirring, until sauce bubbles and thickens, 8 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat.
  7. Add mustard and 1/2 cup cheese; stir until melted.
  8. Add turkey mixture and broccoli. Season with salt and pepper.
  9. Mist a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray, spread mixture in dish and sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheese. Top evenly with fries.
  10. Bake until cheese is bubbling and fries are crisp and golden, 25 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories774kcal
Protein23.34%
Fat50.79%
Carbs25.87%

Properties

Glycemic Index
56.33
Glycemic Load
22.55
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
36.549565460371%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.57mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
5.74mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
7.89mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:774.31kcal
38.72%
Fat:44.56g
68.55%
Saturated Fat:20.64g
128.99%
Carbohydrates:51.05g
17.02%
Net Carbohydrates:43.46g
15.8%
Sugar:8.07g
8.97%
Cholesterol:135.58mg
45.19%
Sodium:1197.75mg
52.08%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:46.07g
92.14%
Vitamin C:73.08mg
88.58%
Vitamin K:76.56µg
72.91%
Vitamin B3:14.42mg
72.08%
Vitamin B6:1.41mg
70.25%
Phosphorus:699.24mg
69.92%
Selenium:44.03µg
62.9%
Calcium:486.17mg
48.62%
Vitamin B2:0.65mg
38.21%
Potassium:1296.86mg
37.05%
Zinc:4.82mg
32.15%
Fiber:7.59g
30.36%
Vitamin B12:1.59µg
26.54%
Folate:106.12µg
26.53%
Vitamin B5:2.62mg
26.23%
Manganese:0.51mg
25.48%
Vitamin A:1269.95IU
25.4%
Magnesium:96.36mg
24.09%
Vitamin B1:0.3mg
20.3%
Iron:3.55mg
19.71%
Copper:0.18mg
9.18%
Vitamin E:1.26mg
8.38%
Vitamin D:0.87µg
5.77%
Source:My Recipes