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.