Description
Hobo Casserole Ground Beef is the ultimate comfort food that brings together layers of savory ground beef, tender potatoes, and gooey melted cheese in a one-pan dish. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, delivering a hearty meal that satisfies everyone’s appetite. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can have this delicious casserole baking in the oven while you relax. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or cheese varieties for a personal touch. Serve it up hot and watch as your loved ones enjoy every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4–5 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup beef broth or water
- 1/4 cup milk (optional, for creaminess)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Brown the ground beef for about 5-7 minutes; drain excess fat.
- Add onions and garlic to the skillet; cook until soft (3-4 minutes).
- Layer the beef mixture in the baking dish, followed by sliced potatoes seasoned with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika.
- Top with cheddar and Parmesan cheese; pour beef broth around the edges.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender and cheese is bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the casserole (approximately 280g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg