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Hobo Casserole Recipe with Ground Beef and Potatoes – Easy One Pan Dinner

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This hobo casserole is a cozy, one-pan dinner featuring layers of thinly sliced potatoes, savory ground beef, creamy mushroom sauce, and gooey cheddar cheese. It’s a nostalgic, family-friendly comfort food that comes together quickly and is perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (85/15 preferred)
  • 3–4 medium russet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs), peeled and thinly sliced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp dried parsley
  • 2 tbsp butter (optional, for dotting on top)
  • Optional: 1 cup frozen peas or corn
  • Optional: 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms (sautéed)
  • Optional: 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
  • Optional: Dash of hot sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 2.5-3 qt oven-safe casserole dish or skillet.
  2. Peel and slice potatoes into 1/8-inch rounds. Place in a bowl of cold water to prevent browning.
  3. In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef and diced onion for 5-7 minutes until beef is no longer pink and onions are soft. Drain excess fat. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and half the parsley.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup and milk. Stir until smooth.
  5. Pat potatoes dry. Layer half of the potatoes in the bottom of the casserole dish. Top with half the beef mixture, then half the soup mixture. Repeat layers with remaining potatoes, beef, and soup.
  6. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Dot with small pieces of butter if using.
  7. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 35 minutes.
  8. Remove foil and bake uncovered for another 20-25 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and golden and potatoes are fork-tender.
  9. Check doneness by piercing the center with a fork. If potatoes are not soft, bake an additional 5-10 minutes.
  10. Let casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Slice potatoes thinly for even cooking. Rest casserole before serving for best texture. For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free soup or homemade white sauce. Add extra veggies or swap proteins as desired. Broil briefly at the end for a crispier cheese topping.

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