Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 2

Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.

Step 3

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain the excess grease from the skillet.

Step 4

Add the beef to a large mixing bowl.

Step 5

Add the cream of mushroom soup, the cream of cheddar soup, the potatoes, 1/2 cup of the shredded cheese, the salt, and the pepper to the bowl and mix until combined.

Step 6

Pour the ground beef mixture into the prepared casserole dish.

Step 7

Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese on top.

Step 8

Cover the casserole dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the foil and bake until the cheese is golden-brown, about 30 minutes.

Step 10

Garnish with the chives and serve hot.