Servings: 6
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Bake Time: 1 hour
Difficulty: Easy
Style: Amish comfort food
Simple, Hearty, Old-Fashioned Casserole
Amish Baked Bean Potato Casserole is a simple, filling dish made with sliced potatoes, baked beans, and melted cheese. The potatoes cook in the bean sauce, making them soft and flavorful, while the cheese adds a rich, comforting finish.
Perfect as a side dish or budget-friendly dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp butter (for greasing dish)
- 1½ lbs russet potatoes, thinly sliced
- 2 cans baked beans (15–16 oz each)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ tsp salt (optional)
- ¼ tsp black pepper (optional)
Optional add-ins
- Bacon
- Ground beef
- Onion
- Ham
- Jalapeños
How to Make Amish Baked Bean Potato Casserole
1. Preheat Oven
Set oven to 375°F (190°C)
Grease baking dish with butter.
2. Slice Potatoes
Slice potatoes thin.
Layer in dish.
Season lightly.
3. Add Beans
Pour baked beans over potatoes.
Spread evenly.
4. Bake Covered
Cover with foil.
Bake 45–55 minutes
Potatoes should be tender.
5. Add Cheese
Remove foil.
Add cheddar cheese.
Bake another 10–15 minutes
Until melted and bubbly.
6. Rest & Serve
Let sit 5 minutes.
Serve warm.
Optional Variations
- Add cooked bacon on top
- Add ground beef for full meal
- Use pepper jack cheese
- Add onions for more flavor
Final Thoughts
This casserole is cheap, easy, and very filling.
It’s one of those old-school recipes that always tastes better than expected.
