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Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef & Potatoes – Quick & Delicious!

This classic hobo casserole combines layers of seasoned ground beef, tender potatoes, and creamy cheese for a quick, delicious, and budget-friendly meal. It's a one-pan wonder that the whole family will love!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large skillet
  • Knife & cutting board
  • Aluminum foil

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 3 medium russet potatoes thinly sliced
  • 1 can 10.5 oz cream of mushroom soup
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoon butter melted
  • ½ cup French fried onions optional, for topping

Instructions
 

Step 1: Preheat & Prep

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.

Step 2: Cook the Beef

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add ground beef and cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
  • Stir in onion, garlic, salt, black pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Cook for 2 more minutes.
  • Remove from heat.

Step 3: Assemble the Casserole

  • Layer half the sliced potatoes in the bottom of the baking dish.
  • Spread half the cooked ground beef over the potatoes.
  • Repeat with the remaining potatoes and beef.
  • In a bowl, mix cream of mushroom soup and milk. Pour evenly over the casserole.
  • Sprinkle with cheddar cheese and drizzle melted butter on top.

Step 4: Bake & Finish

  • Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes.
  • Remove foil, sprinkle French fried onions (if using), and bake 10 more minutes until golden brown.
  • Let it rest for 5 minutes, then serve warm!

Serving Suggestions:

  • ✅ Serve with steamed veggies or a side salad.
  • ✅ Pairs well with garlic bread or biscuits.

Pro Tips:

  • ✔ Thinly slice potatoes to ensure even cooking.
  • ✔ Swap cream of mushroom soup for cream of chicken or cheddar soup for variety.
  • ✔ Make it spicy by adding red pepper flakes or hot sauce to the beef mixture.

Notes

Notes:

  • Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Reheating: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes, or microwave for 1-2 minutes.
  • Freezing: Assemble the casserole, cover tightly, and freeze before baking for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight and bake as directed.
Keyword easy dinner, ground beef casserole, hobo dinner, potato casserole
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