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Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef & Potatoes

Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef & Potatoes for Comfort Food Bliss

Enjoy this comforting Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef & Potatoes, a one-pot meal that's perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can substitute with turkey, chicken, or lamb
  • 4 medium Potatoes Floury varieties like Maris Piper or King Edward work best
  • 2 medium Carrots Feel free to swap with any vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or sweet onions are ideal
  • 1 cup Cheese Mature Cheddar recommended, with optional mozzarella
  • 1 cup Beef Stock Substitute with vegetable stock for vegetarian option
  • to taste Herbs/Spices Chili flakes for heat or paprika for smokiness

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Baking Dish
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather all your ingredients and tools.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for 5-7 minutes until fully cooked.
  3. Sauté chopped onions and sliced carrots in the skillet for 3-5 minutes until softened.
  4. Layer the bottom of a baking dish with sliced potatoes, followed by the beef and vegetable mixture, and pour in beef stock. Top with shredded cheese.
  5. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden.
  6. Check doneness by piercing the potatoes with a knife; they should be tender.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, slice potatoes uniformly and consider mixing different cheeses for better flavor.

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