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The Best Hobo Casserole Ground Beef Recipe

The Best Hobo Casserole Ground Beef Recipe


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  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

Hearty hobo casserole delivers comfort straight from midwestern kitchens, blending savory ground beef with simple, satisfying ingredients. Home cooks savor this classic one-dish meal that brings warmth and nostalgia to dinner tables you’ll love.


Ingredients

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Main Proteins:

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Vegetables:

  • 4 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
  • 1 small onion, diced

Liquid and Seasoning:

  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Warm the oven to 375°F, preparing for a hearty casserole creation.
  2. Sizzle onions in olive oil until translucent and fragrant, releasing their sweet aroma.
  3. Introduce ground beef to the skillet, browning thoroughly and seasoning with salt and pepper for robust flavor.
  4. Prepare a baking dish by lightly greasing its surface to prevent sticking.
  5. Create a foundational layer of thinly sliced potatoes across the entire dish bottom, ensuring complete coverage.
  6. Distribute the seasoned, cooked ground beef evenly over the potato base, creating a rich meaty layer.
  7. Gently cascade cream of mushroom soup across the beef, allowing it to seep and distribute smoothly.
  8. Generously sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese, covering the entire surface for a golden, melty topping.
  9. Shield the casserole with aluminum foil, protecting the ingredients during initial baking for 40 minutes.
  10. Uncover the dish, exposing the cheese to direct heat for an additional 10 minutes until beautifully golden and bubbling.
  11. Allow the casserole to rest and slightly cool, enabling flavors to meld and making serving easier.

Notes

  • Make sure to drain excess fat from the ground beef to prevent a greasy casserole and maintain a lighter texture.
  • For a low-carb version, swap potatoes with cauliflower slices or turnips to reduce overall carbohydrate content.
  • Enhance flavor by adding minced garlic or dried herbs like thyme or rosemary during the beef cooking process for deeper taste complexity.
  • Consider using lean ground beef (90/10) to reduce saturated fat while keeping the dish protein-rich and satisfying.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Lunch, Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 520 kcal
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 720 mg
  • Fat: 34 g
  • Saturated Fat: 12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
  • Trans Fat: 1 g
  • Carbohydrates: 22 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 28 g
  • Cholesterol: 85 mg