Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef
A hearty and comforting casserole featuring tender potatoes, savory ground beef, and melted cheese. This simple yet satisfying dish is perfect for a family dinner and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!
Servings: 4
Calories: 450kcal
Ingredients
For the Beef Mixture:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
For the Casserole:
- 4-5 medium potatoes thinly sliced
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup beef broth or water
- ¼ cup milk optional, for extra creaminess
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil.
Cook the Beef Mixture:
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, until browned (about 5-7 minutes).
- Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in chopped onion and minced garlic and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the onion is soft and translucent.
Assemble the Casserole:
- Spread the cooked beef mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Layer the thinly sliced potatoes on top.
- Season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika.
- Sprinkle cheddar and Parmesan cheese evenly over the potatoes.
- Pour beef broth (or water) around the edges to keep the potatoes moist.
- Optionally, drizzle with milk for extra creaminess.
Bake:
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, until the potatoes are tender and the cheese is golden and bubbly.
Serve & Enjoy:
- Garnish with fresh parsley (if desired) and serve hot.
- Enjoy this cozy and satisfying meal with your favorite side dish!
Notes
Brown the beef well: Ensure the ground beef is fully cooked and drain excess fat for a leaner casserole.
Extra creaminess: Adding milk enhances the richness of the dish.
Even potato slices: Use a mandoline slicer for uniform slices to ensure even cooking.
Extra creaminess: Adding milk enhances the richness of the dish.
Even potato slices: Use a mandoline slicer for uniform slices to ensure even cooking.