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Cheesy Ranch Beef and Hash Brown Bake

This cheesy ranch beef and hash brown bake is a comforting, flavorful casserole that will delight the entire family. It's perfect for weeknight dinners and combines juicy ground beef with scrumptious Colby Jack cheese and zesty ranch seasoning.
3
55 min
TOTAL TIME
450
CALORIES
$2.13
PER SERVING
Cheesy Ranch Beef and Hash Brown Bake
Directions
10 STEPS
10 min
PREP TIME
45 min
COOK TIME
55 min
TOTAL TIME
1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
2
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat and add ground beef, chopped onion, salt, and pepper. Cook until the beef is browned and the onions are tender.
3
Stir in Worcestershire sauce and minced garlic, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
4
Remove skillet from heat and transfer the beef mixture into a large bowl. Add thawed hash brown potatoes, 1 cup of shredded Colby-Jack cheese, and finely chopped green onions. Mix well.
5
In a separate bowl, whisk together the ranch seasoning packet, sour cream, and milk until well-combined.
6
Pour the ranch mixture into the bowl with the beef and hash browns, mixing thoroughly.
7
Transfer the casserole mixture to a greased 2-quart baking dish, spreading evenly.
8
Bake for 30 minutes. Then, remove from the oven and sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded Colby-Jack cheese over the top of the casserole.
9
Return the casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10
Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving.
Health Info
Macros
24g
CARBS
27g
FAT
28g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
MEDITERRANEAN
Contains these allergens
MILK
FISH
Frequently Asked Questions
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