Cozy Hobo Casserole Ground Beef for Family Comfort Nights

Hobo Casserole Ground Beef is a comforting dish filled with layers of beef, potatoes, and cheese, perfect for family gatherings and chilly nights.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1

Total Time 1 15

Servings: 6 portions

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 480

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Meat Layer

1 lb Ground Beef Substitute with lentils or mushrooms for vegetarian option.
1 Onion Chopped finely; use shallots for milder taste.
2 cloves Garlic Minced; garlic powder can be a quick alternative.

For the Potato Base

4-5 medium Potatoes Thinly sliced; Yukon Gold or Russet recommended.

For the Cheesy Topping

1.5 cups Cheddar Cheese Shredded; can substitute with mozzarella or Gouda.
0.5 cups Parmesan Cheese Grated; can omit or replace with nutritional yeast.

For Seasoning

1 tsp Dried Italian Seasoning Can substitute with oregano or basil.
Salt and Pepper To taste.

For Moisture

0.5 cups Beef Broth Can use water or vegetable broth for vegetarian version.

Equipment

Skillet
9x13-inch baking dish
Oven

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add ground beef, and cook until browned (5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat.
Add chopped onion and minced garlic to skillet; sauté for 3-4 minutes until onion is translucent.
Spread the beef mixture evenly at the bottom of the greased baking dish.
Layer thinly sliced potatoes on top of beef, overlapping slightly. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Sprinkle cheddar and parmesan cheeses over the potatoes and pour beef broth around the edges of the casserole.
Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 32gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 950mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge. Can be frozen for up to 2 months.

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