Brown the Beef: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion, breaking up the meat with a spoon, until the beef is no longer pink and the onion is soft. Add the minced garlic and cook for one more minute until fragrant.
Drain: Carefully drain off the excess fat from the skillet.
Create the Sauce: Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the cream of mushroom soup, the can of diced tomatoes with green chiles (with their juices), garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. If using, stir in the sour cream. Heat through until simmering.
Add the Cheese: Turn off the heat. Stir in 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese until it’s completely melted and creamy.
Serve: Top with the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese, cover the skillet for a minute to let it melt, and then serve immediately.
Ways to Use Your Cheesy Ground Beef
This is where the fun begins. Here are some popular serving ideas:
Serving Idea Description
💡 Over Potatoes Spoon it over baked potatoes, mashed potatoes, or crispy tater tots for a hearty meal.
🌮 In Tacos/Burritos Use it as a delicious, creamy filling for hard or soft tacos, burritos, or quesadillas.
🍝 With Pasta Toss it with cooked pasta like elbow macaroni, shells, or rotini for a quick “Cheeseburger Pasta.”
🍞 On Toast/Biscuits Serve it open-faced on toast, English muffins, or warm, flaky biscuits (a.k.a. S.O.S. or Sh*t on a Shingle).
🍚 With Rice Serve it over a bed of white or brown rice. Add a can of drained black beans or corn to the beef mixture for a complete meal.
🥗 As a Dip Transfer it to a slow cooker or small crockpot to keep it warm and serve with tortilla chips for a game-day dip.
🌯 Stuffed Peppers Use it as a filling for bell peppers. Bake until the peppers are tender.
Flavor Variations
· Mexican Style: Use a taco seasoning packet instead of garlic/onion powder, and use a blend of cheddar and pepper jack cheese. Top with fresh cilantro and jalapeños.
· Italian Style: Add 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning and use mozzarella or provolone cheese. Stir in a half cup of marinara sauce with the creamy base.
· “Big Mac” Style: Add a tablespoon of yellow mustard and a tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce. Use American cheese for that classic flavor.
Enjoy your cheesy, beefy creation! It’s the perfect solution for a quick and comforting meal.
