Hobo Casserole Ground Beef: Easy Comfort Food Dinner (Print Version)
Hobo Casserole with ground beef is a hearty, comforting fall dinner. This easy one-pan meal features potatoes, veggies, and savory beef for a satisfying family meal.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 35 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
# Ingredients:
→ The Hearty Foundation
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1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef (90/10)
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1 large yellow onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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3 medium russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
→ The Creamy Embrace
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1 (10.5 oz) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
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1/2 cup milk (2% or whole)
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1/2 cup beef broth
→ Garden Goodness & Savory Seasoning
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1 1/2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
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1 tsp dried thyme
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1 tsp paprika
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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Salt to taste
→ Golden Topping
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1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Peel and thinly slice 3 medium russet potatoes. Arrange half of the sliced potatoes evenly in the bottom of the prepared dish, ready for your Hobo Casserole Ground Beef: Comforting Fall Dinner.
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In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef (90/10), breaking it apart. Drain excess fat. Add 1 large yellow onion, diced, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in 2 cloves garlic, minced, for 1 minute more.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 (10.5 oz) can condensed cream of mushroom soup, 1/2 cup milk (2% or whole), and 1/2 cup beef broth. Stir in 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and salt to taste. This forms the creamy base for your Hobo Casserole Ground Beef.
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Spread the browned beef and onion mixture over the potatoes in the baking dish. Pour half of the creamy soup mixture evenly over the beef. Scatter 1 1/2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn) over the top, then add the remaining sliced potatoes.
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Pour the remaining creamy soup mixture over the final layer of potatoes, ensuring even coverage. Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil. Bake for 25 minutes, allowing the potatoes to soften and the flavors to meld for this comforting fall dinner.
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Remove the foil. Sprinkle 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole. Return to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the potatoes are tender.
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Let your Hobo Casserole Ground Beef: Comforting Fall Dinner rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. This allows the layers to set, making it easier to portion and ensuring every bite is perfectly comforting.
# Notes:
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Feel free to swap out the mixed vegetables for your favorites, like green beans or corn, or add a layer of sautéed mushrooms for extra umami flavor.
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Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or oven until warmed through.
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This hearty casserole is a meal in itself, but pairs wonderfully with a simple side salad or some crusty bread to soak up all the delicious sauce.
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For crispier potato edges, you can par-boil the sliced potatoes for 5 minutes before layering, then pat them dry. This also helps ensure they cook through evenly.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Large skillet or Dutch oven
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9x13 inch baking dish
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Cutting board
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Knife
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Measuring cups and spoons
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 518 kcal
Total Fat: 26 g
Total Carbohydrate: 31 g
Protein: 42 g