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Hobo Casserole Ground Beef

Savory Hobo Casserole Ground Beef for Cozy Family Nights

Hobo Casserole Ground Beef is a comforting, budget-friendly dish with ground beef, potatoes, and veggies.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey or pork.
  • 4 medium Potatoes Russet or sweet potatoes.
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow, white, or red onion.
  • 2 tbsp Butter Optional if using cream soup.
For the Vegetables
  • 2 medium Carrots Chopped small.
  • 2 stalks Celery Can substitute with bell peppers.
  • 1 cup Green Beans Snap off ends.
  • 1 cup Corn Frozen corn works well.
  • 1 cup Peas Fresh, frozen, or canned.
  • 1 cup Cabbage Chopped for texture.
For the Sauce
  • 1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup Can be swapped with tomato sauce.
  • 1 cup Beef Broth Vegetable broth or water also work.
For Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper Freshly ground preferred.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic optional.
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Can be omitted.
  • 1 tsp Paprika Smoked paprika adds depth.

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather ingredients and prepare the baking dish.
  2. Slice potatoes and onion into approximately ¼-inch thick pieces.
  3. Season ground beef with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
  4. (Optional) Brown seasoned ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes.
  5. Spray a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  6. Layer half of the sliced potatoes evenly at the bottom of the dish followed by half of the sliced onions.
  7. Spread the browned ground beef mixture evenly over the onions and layer chosen vegetables on top.
  8. Add remaining sliced onions and potatoes on top, seasoning each layer lightly.
  9. Mix cream of mushroom soup with beef broth and pour over the casserole.
  10. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 60-75 minutes until fork-tender.
  11. (Optional) Remove foil, sprinkle cheese on top, and bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes.
  12. Let the casserole rest for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Customize with your favorite vegetables and proteins. Ideal for using leftovers.

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