Description
This hearty Hobo Casserole with ground beef is a comforting and easy-to-make layered dish featuring seasoned ground beef, thinly sliced potatoes, creamy mushroom soup, and melted cheddar cheese baked to golden perfection. It’s perfect for a family dinner or potluck and combines simple ingredients into a deliciously 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 and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Cook Ground Beef Mixture: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until fully browned and cooked through. Drain any excess grease, then season the mixture with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper, stirring well to combine all flavors.
- Prepare Cream Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup and milk until you achieve a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Assemble Layers: Arrange half of the thinly sliced potatoes evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Spread half of the seasoned ground beef mixture on top of the potatoes, then evenly pour half of the soup mixture over the beef layer. Repeat the layering process with the remaining potatoes, beef mixture, and soup mixture to form two complete layers.
- Bake Covered: Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes to allow the potatoes to soften and flavors to meld.
- Add Cheese and Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top, and continue baking uncovered for an additional 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.
- Rest Before Serving: Once baked, let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes to set slightly, which makes it easier to serve and enhances the flavors.
Notes
- Use thinly sliced potatoes for even cooking and layering.
- You can substitute cream of mushroom soup with cream of chicken or celery soup if preferred.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of Worcestershire sauce to the ground beef mixture.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat leftovers in the oven to maintain the casserole’s texture and flavor.
