01 -
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Brown the ground beef with chopped onions and garlic in a skillet, then drain excess fat.
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In a large bowl, mix hashbrowns, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, salt, and pepper.
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Spread half of the hashbrown mixture in a greased baking dish.
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Layer the cooked ground beef over the hashbrowns.
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Top with the remaining hashbrown mixture and sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
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Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden and bubbly.
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Let it cool slightly before serving.