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Ground Beef Healthy Recipes Hobo Casserole for Cozy Dinners

When I think of comfort food, this hobo casserole always comes to mind. It's hearty, budget-friendly, and yes, it falls right into the category of ground beef healthy recipes. Picture tender ground beef layered with veggies and topped with a golden crust—it’s the kind of meal that fills the belly and soothes the soul. I first stumbled across hobo casserole on a cold weeknight when my pantry looked pretty bare. With a little ground beef, a can of beans, and some pantry odds and ends, I managed to whip up a dish that had everyone going back for seconds. Now, it’s a regular on my dinner rotation, and honestly, it’s one of those ground beef casserole recipes easy enough to throw together even after the longest day. This recipe has roots in classic hobo beans recipe traditions, and while I might not be baking hobo bread recipe on the side, the casserole itself feels like a nod to hobbit food recipes—simple, earthy, and satisfying. Whether you’re looking for ground beef casserole recipes for dinner or just easy casserole recipes to save you from takeout, this one fits the bill. It’s warm, filling, and guaranteed to bring a little cheer to your table.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keywords: easy casserole recipes, ground beef casserole recipes easy, ground beef casserole recipes for dinner, ground beef healthy recipes, hobbit food recipes, hobo beans recipe, hobo bread recipe
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Elena

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (15 oz) baked beans
  • 2 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté onions and garlic until soft.
  3. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
  4. Stir in baked beans and season with salt and pepper.
  5. In a greased baking dish, layer half the potato slices, followed by the beef mixture.
  6. Spread cream of mushroom soup over the beef mixture and add remaining potato slices on top.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  8. Remove foil, sprinkle with cheddar cheese, and bake for another 15 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  9. Let it rest a few minutes before serving.