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Hobo Casserole Ground Beef

Hearty Hobo Casserole Ground Beef for Cozy Family Nights

This Hobo Casserole Ground Beef combines hearty layers of tender potatoes, ground beef, and cheese, creating a comforting meal perfect for family nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Main protein source; can be swapped with ground turkey or chicken
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil For sautéing
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped Red or yellow onions work well
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced Use fresh for best flavor
  • 4-5 medium Potatoes, thinly sliced Russet or Yukon gold recommended
  • 1.5 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese For a melty topping
  • 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Omit for a vegan option
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
  • 0.5 tsp Paprika
  • Salt and Pepper To taste
  • 0.5 cup Beef Broth or Water For moisture
  • 0.25 cup Milk Optional for creaminess
  • Fresh Parsley For garnish, optional

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large skillet

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 over medium heat, add olive oil and cook ground beef for about 5-7 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat.
  3. Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent.
  4. Spread the beef mixture evenly in the baking dish and layer thinly sliced potatoes on top.
  5. Season the potato layer with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika.
  6. Sprinkle shredded cheddar and grated Parmesan cheese over the potatoes and pour beef broth around the edges.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes; then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This casserole can be prepared in advance and stored for later. Adjust seasoning according to personal preference.

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