Best Comfort Essentials Cheesy Beef Hash Brown Bake Recipes

BEEFY HASH BROWN BAKE

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A topping of french-fried onions provides a little crunch to this meaty main dish from Rochelle Boucher of Brooklyn, Wisconsin. "Since this casserole is practically a meal in itself, I simply accompany it with a fruit salad and dessert," she relates.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

4 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes
3 tablespoons canola oil
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 pound ground beef
1 cup water
1 envelope brown gravy mix
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
1 can (2.8 ounces) french-fried onions, divided
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, oil and pepper. Press into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are thawed and set., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan over medium heat, cook the beef until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the water, gravy mix and garlic salt. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add vegetables; cook and stir for 5 minutes. Stir in half of the onions and cheese., Pour over potatoes. Bake for 5-10 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining onions and cheese; bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 682 calories, Fat 43g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 105mg cholesterol, Sodium 1201mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

CHEESY HASH BROWNS CASSEROLE

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My MIL gave me this very easy, and very yummy comfort food recipe. My family really enjoys this, goes well with just about anything!

Provided by Aunt Paula

Categories Potato

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 (2 lb) package frozen hash browns
2 cups Velveeta cheese, cheese-cubed
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
8 ounces sour cream (1 cup)
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine, melted
3 tablespoons chopped onions

Steps:

Spray a 13 x 9 pan with cooking spray first, then mix all ingredients into a very large bowl, and put into pan.
Bake at 350* for 1 hour or till done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298.6, Fat 22, SaturatedFat 11.3, Cholesterol 31.1, Sodium 253.3, Carbohydrate 24.1, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 1.5, Protein 3.7

COMFORT ESSENTIALS: CHEESY BEEF & HASH BROWN BAKE

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This is an easy/peasy dish to throw together, and has comfort food written all over it. My two favorite times to serve it are as an early lunch, or later in the evening by the fire. I will usually make this recipe in single-served ovenproof dishes; however, you could chuck the whole thing into a baking dish, or just bake it...

Provided by Andy Anderson !

Categories Casseroles

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

PLAN/PURCHASE
1 lb ground beef, or other beef, like brisket, roast, etc.
1 Tbsp grapeseed oil
1/2 medium yellow onions, diced
8 oz hash browns, frozen variety, defrosted
2 Tbsp sweet butter, unsalted
2 Tbsp flour, all-purpose variety
10 - 12 oz whole milk
1 c cheese, freshly shredded, more on this later
salt, kosher variety, to taste
white pepper, freshly ground, to taste
red pepper flakes, or cayenne pepper, to taste
OPTIONAL TOPPING
1/4 c panko breadcrumbs
1/4 c parmesan cheese, grated
1 Tbsp sweet butter, unsalted, melted
spices (salt/pepper/etc.) have fun with it

Steps:

1. PREP/PREPARE
2. Gather your Ingredients (mise en place).
3. Add the ground beef to a skillet, over medium heat.
4. While the beef is cooking, break it up using a wooden spoon.
5. When the beef is cooked, remove from pan, and drain on paper towels.
6. Add the grapeseed oil to the pan, and then add the onions.
7. Cook until they soften, and begin to lightly brown, 3 - 5 minutes.
8. Remove from the pan, and add to the reserved ground beef.
9. Add the butter to the pan.
10. When the foaming subsides, add the flour, and stir to make a blonde roux.
11. Add the milk, and allow the mixture to simmer until it thickens, 3 - 5 minutes.
12. Chef's Note: At this time, season the sauce with some salt, pepper, and cayenne, to taste.
13. Remove from the heat, and allow to cool for 20 minutes.
14. Place a rack in the upper-middle position, and preheat the oven to 350f (175c).
15. Return the reserved onions, and beef to the pan and stir to combine.
16. Add the hash browns, and incorporate them into the mixture.
17. Add the cheese and gently fold into the other ingredients.
18. Chef's Note: The cheese is up to you... I use a combination of sharp white cheddar, and pepper jack... Have some fun with it.
19. OPTIONAL TOPPING
20. Combine the dry ingredients with the melted butter, and sprinkle over the top before baking... So yummy.
21. Chef's Note: The topping gives the dish a little bit of a crunchy bite. Make the topping as spicy as you dare. In the colder months, I will add a bit of cayenne, white pepper, and even some red pepper flakes. In the warmer months, I have a tendency to be a bit more conservative. But that is just me.
22. BAKING THE DISH
23. You have several options here: 1. Rustic 1: Leave it in the skillet, and bake it. This makes it a truly one-dish recipe. Just make sure that your guests know that the pan is hot, hot, hot. 2. Rustic 2: You could use a glass baking dish, and bring it to the table. This method works well, when the skillet you used to cook the recipe is way too big. 3. Elegant: Serve it in individual ovenproof dishes. It is up to you... Chef's prerogative.
24. Chef's Tip: If you choose to serve it up in individual dishes, understand that you can freeze them, and when needed, defrost and bake.
25. Place into the preheated oven, and bake until the cheese is bubbly, and beginning to brown, 35 - 40 minutes.
26. PLATE/PRESENT
27. Let rest for a few minutes, and then serve it to your waiting guests. Enjoy.
28. Keep the faith, and keep cooking.