Description
This Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef & Potatoes is an easy, budget-friendly baked dinner packed with savory ground beef, thinly sliced potatoes, creamy soup, and melted cheese. It’s a cozy, old-fashioned casserole perfect for family dinners or make-ahead meals.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 medium russet or Yukon gold potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken)
- ½ cup milk
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika (optional)
- Butter or nonstick spray (for greasing dish)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
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In a skillet, brown ground beef over medium heat with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Drain excess grease.
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In a bowl, mix cream of mushroom soup with milk until smooth.
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Layer half the potatoes in the casserole dish, followed by half the onions, half the beef, and a few spoonfuls of the soup mixture. Repeat layers and finish with soup on top.
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Cover with foil and bake for 50–60 minutes, until potatoes are fork-tender.
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Remove foil, sprinkle cheddar cheese on top, and bake uncovered for another 10–15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
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Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Swap soup flavor: cream of celery, cheddar, or chicken work well.
- Add thinly sliced carrots, bell peppers, or frozen peas for extra veggies.
- Use frozen hash browns in a pinch.
- Add sour cream to soup mixture for extra richness.
- Top with crushed crackers or fried onions for a crispy finish.
