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Hobo Casserole Ground Beef Recipe 

Hobo Casserole Ground Beef Recipe 

Are you looking for an easy dinner idea? Try this Hobo Casserole Ground Beef Recipe ! It's a classic comfort food everyone loves.
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Course Main dish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 4 medium potatoes sliced thin
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables carrots, corn, green beans
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions
 

  • Heat your skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the ground beef to the pan.
  • Break it into small pieces with your spoon.
  • Cook until it turns brown all over.
  • This takes about 5-7 minutes.
  • Drain any extra grease from the pan.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Set the cooked beef aside.
  • Slice your potatoes into thin rounds.
  • Chop the onion into small pieces.
  • Prepare your mixed vegetables if using fresh ones.
  • Frozen veggies work great too!
  • Put the butter in your skillet.
  • Add half the potato slices to the bottom.
  • Layer the browned beef on top.
  • Add the onions and mixed vegetables next.
  • Place remaining potato slices on top.
  • Sprinkle with garlic powder and seasonings.
  • Mix the mushroom soup with beef broth.
  • Pour this mixture over everything in the pan.
  • Make sure it covers most ingredients.
  • This creates a delicious gravy while cooking.
  • Cover the skillet with a lid.
  • Turn heat to medium-low.
  • Let it simmer for 30-35 minutes.
  • Check if potatoes are soft and tender.
  • Everything should be cooked through.
  • The sauce will thicken beautifully.

Notes

  • Slice potatoes evenly for consistent cooking.
  • Thinner slices cook faster than thick ones.
  • Don't skip draining the beef grease.
  • Use lean ground beef for healthier results.
  • Add cheese on top for extra flavor.
  • Stir gently to avoid breaking potato slices.
  • Let it rest 5 minutes before serving.
  • This helps flavors blend together perfectly.
  • You can also bake this in the oven.
  • Use 350°F for 45 minutes covered.
  • Add your favorite seasonings for variety.
  • Italian herbs work wonderfully in this dish.
  • Make it your own special recipe!
Keyword Hobo Casserole Ground Beef Recipe