Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef (Print Version)
Layered ground beef casserole with potatoes, vegetables, creamy soup, and bubbling cheese topping.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 pound ground beef
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1 medium onion, chopped
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2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
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3 cups diced potatoes
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1 can (about 10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom soup
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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Salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Steps:
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Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
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In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef with chopped onion, breaking up the meat with a spatula, until beef is browned and onions are soft. Drain off excess fat.
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Season the beef mixture with salt and pepper, then stir in the frozen mixed vegetables until evenly combined.
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Transfer the beef and vegetable mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
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Evenly layer diced potatoes over the beef and vegetable mixture.
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Spread cream of mushroom soup evenly across the surface of the potatoes.
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Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender.
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Uncover the dish, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top, and return to the oven for 10 to 15 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
# Notes:
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For even browning, break up ground beef thoroughly during cooking. Drain excess fat to prevent a greasy texture.