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Easy Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef and Potatoes

Easy Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef and Potatoes Recipe Delight

This Easy Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef and Potatoes is a comforting and simple dish that transforms staple ingredients into a hearty family meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Mixture
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Substitute with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped Prefer yellow onions for a milder flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Use minced fresh garlic for a more intense taste
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Can be omitted for a simpler taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste and dietary needs
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper Increase for a spicier flavor
For the Casserole Base
  • 4 medium Potatoes, thinly sliced Use Yukon Gold or Russet for best texture
  • 10.5 ounces Cream of Mushroom Soup Substitute with homemade or a different creamy soup if desired
  • 0.5 cup Milk Use plant-based milk for a dairy-free version
For the Topping
  • 1.5 cups Cheddar Cheese, shredded Gruyère or Fontina can elevate the dish
  • 0.5 teaspoon Paprika Optional for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Butter, melted Used for greasing the baking dish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • Baking dish
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with melted butter.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and chopped onion. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring regularly until the beef is browned and the onions are translucent.
  3. Arrange half of the thinly sliced potatoes at the bottom of the greased baking dish, overlapping them slightly.
  4. Spread half of the cooked ground beef mixture over the layer of potatoes in the baking dish.
  5. Next, repeat the layering process by adding the remaining potato slices on top of the beef mixture, followed by the rest of the ground beef.
  6. In a separate bowl, mix together the cream of mushroom soup and milk until smooth. Pour this soup combination evenly over the assembled layers.
  7. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of your casserole.
  8. Place your assembled casserole in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 30-35 minutes.
  9. Once baked, take the casserole out of the oven and allow it to rest for about 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure potatoes are sliced uniformly to cook evenly. Consider adding seasonal veggies for added nutrition and flavor.

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