Description
Hobo Casserole Ground Beef is the ultimate comfort dish that brings together the heartiness of ground beef, tender potatoes, and gooey melted cheese. This delightful casserole is perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, ensuring everyone leaves the table satisfied. With minimal preparation time and simple ingredients, it’s an easy weeknight meal that can be customized with your favorite veggies or cheeses. Bake it all in one pan for a comforting dish that requires little cleanup. Whether you enjoy it as a cozy weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleaser at gatherings, Hobo Casserole Ground Beef will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4–5 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup beef broth or water
- ¼ 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 large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Brown the ground beef for about 5–7 minutes and drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté for another 3–4 minutes until onions are translucent.
- Layer cooked beef in the baking dish followed by thinly sliced potatoes. Season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika.
- Sprinkle cheddar and Parmesan cheese on top; pour beef broth around the edges.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for 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: Approximately 1/6 of casserole (about 280g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 725mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg