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Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef & Potatoes

Delicious Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef & Potatoes Tonight

Experience the comforting flavors of Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef & Potatoes, a quick and budget-friendly meal perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Casserole
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Choose lean beef to reduce fat.
  • 4 cups Potatoes Slice thinly for even cooking.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil.
  • 1 medium Onion Opt for yellow or white onions.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, garlic powder can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Chicken broth works as a substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Optional, heavy cream can be used.
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Adjust according to preference.
For the Cheese Topping
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese Consider blending with mozzarella.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast can be used as a dairy-free alternative.
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Substitute with chives or green onions if desired.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking dish
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and slice the potatoes thinly.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook onions and garlic until fragrant, then add ground beef, season and cook until browned.
  3. Layer half of the sliced potatoes, beef mixture, and cheddar cheese in a greased baking dish. Repeat the layers.
  4. Pour beef broth and milk evenly over the layers.
  5. Cover with foil and bake for 35-40 minutes. Remove foil, add Parmesan cheese and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes.
  6. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Slice potatoes thinly for even cooking and layer cheese generously for gooeyness. Cover while baking to retain moisture.

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