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Hobo Casserole Ground Beef Recipe

Hobo Casserole Ground Beef Recipe: Family Comfort in a Pan

Hobo Casserole Ground Beef recipe combines tender potatoes, savory ground beef, and gooey melted cheese for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 430
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or ground turkey for a leaner option
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil or any cooking oil
  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 4 medium Potatoes thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese or any melting cheese
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese or nutritional yeast for vegan option
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Italian Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 cup Beef Broth or Water vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 1/4 cup Milk almond milk for dairy-free option
Optional Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley chopped

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  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. Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet, and sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  4. Transfer beef and onion mixture to the baking dish. Layer thinly sliced potatoes evenly on top.
  5. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika. Add shredded cheddar cheese over the potatoes.
  6. Pour beef broth or water around the edges and drizzle with milk if using.
  7. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 15-20 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
  8. Let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 430kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For a richer flavor, mix cheeses and consider adding cooked vegetables for a nutritious boost.

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