The Best Hobo Casserole Ground Beef Recipe
The Best Hobo Casserole Ground Beef Recipe is a simple, hearty dish made with layers of ground beef, potatoes, cheese, and creamy soup. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a budget-friendly meal, this comforting casserole is full of flavor and easy to prepare!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4-5 medium potatoes, sliced thin
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: 1 cup mixed vegetables (corn, peas, carrots)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Brown ground beef with diced onions in a skillet. Drain excess fat and season with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, mix the cream of mushroom soup and milk until combined.
- Layer half the sliced potatoes in the prepared dish. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Add half the ground beef mixture over the potatoes, followed by half the soup mixture.
- Repeat layers with remaining potatoes, ground beef, and soup mixture.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese and cover with aluminum foil.
- Bake for 50 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes or until potatoes are tender and cheese is melted.
- Let the casserole cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Thinly slicing potatoes ensures even cooking. Use a mandoline slicer for best results.
- Add more vegetables like green beans or bell peppers for added nutrition.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg