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Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef & Potatoes – Quick & Delicious!

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Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef & Potatoes is a comforting, layered bake of tender potatoes, seasoned beef, creamy soup, and melted cheese. Simple, hearty, and budget-friendly, it’s the perfect rustic meal for busy nights or cozy family dinners.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 4 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • Butter or non-stick spray for greasing

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Drain fat.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together cream of mushroom soup and milk until smooth.
  4. Layer half the potatoes in the baking dish, followed by half the onions, half the ground beef, and a third of the soup mixture.
  5. Repeat with remaining potatoes, onions, beef, and another third of the soup.
  6. Pour the remaining soup mixture evenly over the top. Cover tightly with foil.
  7. Bake for 60 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  8. Remove foil, sprinkle cheddar cheese over the top, and bake uncovered for another 10–15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Notes

  • Add sliced carrots or bell peppers for extra flavor and nutrition.
  • Use ground turkey or sausage for a twist on the classic.
  • For heat, include paprika or red pepper flakes, or substitute with pepper jack cheese.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge up to 4 days and reheat in oven or microwave.
  • To prep ahead, assemble the casserole and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
  • Author: liinaa
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Halal

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 portion
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 820mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 13g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg