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Hobo Casserole Ground Beef

Cozy Hobo Casserole Ground Beef for Effortless Family Dinners

This Hobo Casserole Ground Beef combines savory ground beef, potatoes, and cheese for a comforting family dinner that's easy to prepare and delicious.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Base
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Can replace with vegetable oil.
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped Can substitute with shallots.
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced Use garlic powder if fresh is unavailable.
For the Filling
  • 4-5 medium Potatoes, thinly sliced Any waxy variety or sweet potatoes can be used.
  • 1.5 cups Cheddar Cheese, shredded Use dairy-free cheese for a vegan option.
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated Optional, any hard cheese works.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Can substitute with dried basil, oregano, and thyme.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Paprika Opt for smoked paprika for added depth.
  • Salt Adjust to taste.
  • Pepper Adjust to taste.
For Moisture and Creaminess
  • 0.5 cup Beef Broth or Water Vegetable broth makes it vegetarian.
  • 0.25 cup Milk, optional Omit for a dairy-free version.
For the Finishing Touch
  • Fresh Parsley For garnish; green onions can be used as a substitute.

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Prep and Cook
  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 cook for 5-7 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat.
  3. Stir in chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until onion is translucent.
  4. Transfer the beef mixture to the greased baking dish, layer sliced potatoes on top, and season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika.
  5. Sprinkle cheddar and Parmesan cheese over the potato layer, then pour beef broth around the edges. Drizzle with milk if desired.
  6. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender and cheese is bubbling.
  7. Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For best results, slice potatoes evenly and use fresh, high-quality ground beef. Adjust cooking times if using ground turkey or chicken.

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