Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and no pink remains. Drain off any excess grease.1 pound lean ground beef, 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Add the chopped onion to the skillet with the browned ground beef. Cook, stirring, until the onion is softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.1 pound lean ground beef, 1 large onion, 2 garlic cloves
- Pour in the undrained diced tomatoes, drained mixed vegetables, uncooked elbow macaroni, and beef broth. Stir in the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, ensuring everything is well combined.1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained, 1 can (15 ounces) mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn, green beans), drained, 1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni, 1 cup beef broth, 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning, to taste salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the macaroni is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
- Preheat your broiler. Once the pasta is cooked and the casserole has thickened, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Place the skillet under the broiler for 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and lightly golden. Watch carefully to prevent burning.1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Carefully remove the skillet from the oven. Let it stand for a few minutes before serving directly from the skillet.
Notes
Storing and Reheating Tips:
Refrigeration: Allow the casserole to cool completely after cooking. Transfer any leftovers into an airtight container or cover the skillet tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freezing: For longer storage, once cooled, portion the casserole into freezer-safe containers or wrap individual servings tightly in plastic wrap followed by aluminum foil. Frozen Hobo Casserole Ground Beef will maintain its best quality for up to 3 months.
Reheating: To reheat from the refrigerator, simply place a serving in a microwave-safe dish and heat on medium power until warmed through, stirring halfway. For a crispier top, you can reheat individual portions in a toaster oven or briefly under the broiler. To reheat from frozen, thaw overnight in the refrigerator first, then reheat as described above. Alternatively, you can reheat from frozen in a covered oven-safe dish at 350°F (175°C) until heated through, which may take 30-45 minutes.
Refrigeration: Allow the casserole to cool completely after cooking. Transfer any leftovers into an airtight container or cover the skillet tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freezing: For longer storage, once cooled, portion the casserole into freezer-safe containers or wrap individual servings tightly in plastic wrap followed by aluminum foil. Frozen Hobo Casserole Ground Beef will maintain its best quality for up to 3 months.
Reheating: To reheat from the refrigerator, simply place a serving in a microwave-safe dish and heat on medium power until warmed through, stirring halfway. For a crispier top, you can reheat individual portions in a toaster oven or briefly under the broiler. To reheat from frozen, thaw overnight in the refrigerator first, then reheat as described above. Alternatively, you can reheat from frozen in a covered oven-safe dish at 350°F (175°C) until heated through, which may take 30-45 minutes.
