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Hobo Casserole Ground Beef

Comforting Hobo Casserole Ground Beef for Easy Family Dinners

The Hobo Casserole Ground Beef is a one-pan dish with tender potatoes and cheesy topping, ideal for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Ground Beef can substitute with ground turkey
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for sautéing
  • 1 medium Onion chopped; can use shallots
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced; fresh is best
  • 4 cups Potatoes thinly sliced; Russets recommended
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese shredded; can swap with another melting cheese
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese shredded
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Italian Seasoning or fresh herbs
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika optional
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 cup Beef Broth or Water can use chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup Milk optional; can replace with non-dairy milk
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley for garnishing

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • 9×13-inch baking dish
  • aluminum foil

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil or non-stick spray.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet 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, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
  4. Spread beef mixture across the bottom of the baking dish. Layer sliced potatoes evenly over the beef, seasoning with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika.
  5. Sprinkle cheddar and Parmesan cheeses on top of the potatoes, then pour beef broth around the edges. Drizzle milk on top if desired.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender and cheese is golden.
  7. Let the casserole sit for a few minutes to set. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Drain the ground beef well to avoid sogginess. Proper layering of ingredients is key for cooking.

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