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Hobo Casserole Ground Beef

Comforting Hobo Casserole Ground Beef for Cozy Weeknights

This Hobo Casserole Ground Beef is a comforting, customizable dish perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Ground Beef can swap for ground turkey
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil can substitute with vegetable oil
  • 1 medium Onion diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 4 medium Potatoes Yukon Gold preferred
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese can mix with Monterey Jack
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese omit for dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Italian Seasoning or oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika smoky can be used
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 cup Beef Broth can use vegetable broth for plant-based
  • 1/2 cup Milk optional, dairy-free alternative recommended
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped for garnishing
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup Vegetables any leftovers like broccoli or bell peppers
  • 1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup for added creaminess

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Large Skillet
  • 9x13 inch baking dish

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add ground beef, and brown for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic in the same skillet for 3-4 minutes until onion is translucent.
  4. Layer the browned beef mixture in the greased baking dish, followed by overlapping sliced potatoes. Season layers with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika.
  5. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top, pour beef broth around the edges, and drizzle with milk if using.
  6. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until tender and bubbling.
  7. Let the casserole rest for a few minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Make ahead by assembling in advance and refrigerate. Thaw overnight if frozen before reheating.

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