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Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef & Potatoes

Savor Every Bite of Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef & Potatoes

Enjoy this budget-friendly Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef & Potatoes, a hearty dish that's easy to prepare and perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Casserole
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can substitute with plant-based alternatives
  • 4-5 medium Potatoes Preferably thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can use avocado oil as a substitute
  • 1 medium Onion Can replace with shallots for milder taste
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic preferred
  • 1 cup Beef Broth Vegetable broth can be used for vegetarian version
  • ½ cup Milk Optional; use almond milk for dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika adds unique twist
  • Salt Adjust to taste
  • Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese Can mix with mozzarella
  • ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley For garnish

Equipment

  • oven
  • skillet
  • baking dish
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Thinly slice the potatoes into ¼-inch rounds.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until softened.
  3. Crumble in ground beef, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until browned.
  4. Grease a baking dish. Layer half of the sliced potatoes, beef mixture, and cheese, then repeat layers.
  5. Pour beef broth and optional milk over layers. This keeps the casserole moist.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 35-40 minutes until potatoes are tender. Add parmesan and bake uncovered for 10 minutes.
  7. Let rest for 5 minutes, garnish with parsley, slice, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Ensure potato slices are uniform for even cooking. Layer cheese within casserole for gooeyness. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 4 days or freeze for 2 months.

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