If you’re looking for a simple, filling, and budget-friendly dinner, this Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef is the perfect recipe! Packed with seasoned ground beef, tender potatoes, creamy soup, and melted cheese, this casserole is the ultimate comfort food.
Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or feeding a hungry family, this one-dish wonder is easy to throw together and bake to perfection.
Ingredients (Serves 6-8)
For the Casserole:
- 500g (1 lb) ground beef
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 small onion, diced
- 4 medium potatoes, thinly sliced (Yukon Gold or Russet)
- 1 can (300ml) cream of mushroom soup
- 120ml (½ cup) milk
- 150g (1 ½ cups) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (optional, for extra flavor)
For the Topping (Optional):
- 50g (½ cup) French-fried onions or crushed crackers
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat & Prep
1️⃣ Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
2️⃣ Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Step 2: Cook the Ground Beef
3️⃣ In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and diced onion over medium heat until browned.
4️⃣ Drain any excess grease and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and Worcestershire sauce.
Step 3: Assemble the Casserole
5️⃣ Layer the sliced potatoes evenly at the bottom of the baking dish.
6️⃣ Spread the cooked ground beef mixture over the potatoes.
Step 4: Make the Creamy Sauce
7️⃣ In a bowl, mix together cream of mushroom soup and milk until smooth.
8️⃣ Pour the sauce evenly over the ground beef and potatoes.
Step 5: Add Cheese & Topping
9️⃣ Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the casserole.
🔟 If using, mix French-fried onions or crushed crackers with melted butter and sprinkle over the top.
Step 6: Bake & Serve
1️⃣1️⃣ Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
1️⃣2️⃣ Remove the foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes, until the potatoes are tender and the top is golden brown.
1️⃣3️⃣ Let cool for 5 minutes, then serve warm with a side of green beans, a fresh salad, or garlic bread!
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving, Approximate)
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Protein: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fat: 22g
(Values may vary based on ingredients used.)
Tips & Tricks for the Best Hobo Casserole
✅ Slice the potatoes thinly – This ensures they cook evenly and get tender.
✅ Use different cheeses – Try mozzarella, Colby Jack, or Pepper Jack for extra flavor.
✅ Swap the soup – Use cream of chicken or cheddar soup for a different taste.
✅ Make it ahead – Assemble and refrigerate overnight, then bake when ready!
✅ Add veggies – Mix in corn, peas, or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
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