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Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef

Hearty Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef for Cozy Nights

This Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef combines tender potatoes, seasoned ground beef, and creamy mushroom soup, offering a hearty dish perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Use 80/20 for optimal texture.
  • 4 cups Potatoes Russet or Yukon Gold, sliced thinly.
  • 1 medium Onion Opt for yellow onions.
  • 1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup Can substitute with cream of chicken.
  • 0.5 cup Milk To thin the soup.
  • 2 cups Frozen Mixed Vegetables Typically peas, carrots, and corn.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese (optional) Cheddar or mozzarella for topping.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • to taste Garlic Powder
  • to taste Paprika (optional)

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large Skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet, brown 1 pound of ground beef over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine one can of cream of mushroom soup with ½ cup of milk, whisk until smooth.
  4. Layer half of the sliced potatoes at the bottom of the greased baking dish.
  5. Sprinkle half of the cooked ground beef over the potatoes and add half of the diced onions.
  6. Pour half of the creamy soup mixture over these layers.
  7. Repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients, adding the last half of the soup mixture on top.
  8. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 60 minutes.
  9. Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 20-25 minutes.
  10. If using cheese, sprinkle 1 cup on top during the last 10 minutes of baking.
  11. Let the casserole rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 20mg

Notes

This Hobo Casserole can be made ahead and stored in the fridge or freezer for convenience.

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