Cheesy Hash Brown Chili Bake
The ultimate comfort food, Cheesy Hash Brown Chili Bake is a creamy, cheesy delight that combines hearty flavors and textures. Perfect for cozy winter nights or gatherings, this easy weeknight dinner will become a family favorite.
Equipment
- 12-inch Non-Stick Skillet
- Meat Masher Tool
- 9×13-inch Baking Dish
- Rotary Cheese Grater
- Mixing Bowls
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb Lean ground beef
- 1 can Manwich sloppy joe sauce
- 15 oz Hormel Chili with Beans
- 8 oz Tomato sauce
- ½ 32 oz package Shredded hash browns
- 3 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 oz can French fried onions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425ºF. Lightly spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a large skillet, brown the lean ground beef. Drain fat.
- In a large bowl, combine beef, sloppy joe sauce, chili, tomato sauce, 1 cup cheese, and hash browns.
- Spread into prepared baking dish. Cover with foil.
- Bake 30 minutes.
- Remove foil. Top casserole with remaining cheese and french fried onions and bake for 15 more minutes.
Notes
- Can substitute ground turkey for ground beef.
- You can use any flavor of Manwich sauce.
- Feel free to use a can of chili without beans.
- This casserole can be made in advance; just refrigerate until ready to bake.
- Can be frozen; thaw and bake as directed.