Description
This Best Hobo Casserole Ground Beef recipe is a comforting, hearty dish perfect for family dinners. Featuring layers of seasoned ground beef, thinly sliced potatoes, creamy mushroom soup, and melted cheddar cheese, it’s a one-dish meal that’s easy to prepare and packed with flavor. The casserole is baked to bubbly perfection, creating a deliciously warm and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 4 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil or nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
- Cook the Ground Beef and Onion: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef along with the diced onion until the meat is browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess grease. Season the mixture evenly with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper, stirring to combine all flavors.
- Prepare the Creamy Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup and milk until smooth, creating a creamy sauce to bind the casserole layers.
- Assemble the Casserole Layers: Layer half of the thinly sliced potatoes in the greased baking dish. Add half of the seasoned ground beef mixture on top, then pour over half of the creamy mushroom mixture. Repeat these layers with the remaining potatoes, beef mixture, and soup mixture to build the casserole.
- Bake Covered: Cover the baking dish tightly with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. This softens the potatoes and allows the flavors to meld.
- Add Cheese and Finish Baking: Remove the foil carefully, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole, and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Rest and Serve: Allow the casserole to rest for 5-10 minutes after baking. This helps it set and makes it easier to serve. Enjoy your warm, hearty hobo casserole!
Notes
- You can substitute cream of mushroom soup with cream of chicken or celery soup for a different flavor.
- For a lower-fat option, use lean ground beef and reduced-fat cheese.
- Make sure to slice potatoes thinly to ensure they cook fully within the baking time.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Adding a little chopped fresh parsley or green onions on top before serving can add a fresh touch.
