Description
Hobo Casserole Ground Beef is a comforting and hearty one-dish meal featuring layers of seasoned sliced potatoes, savory ground beef with onions, and a creamy mushroom soup mixture topped with melted cheddar cheese. Baked to perfection, this classic casserole is perfect for a family dinner or easy meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
Condiments and Dairy
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Other
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, optional for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Cook Beef and Onions: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and chopped onions, cooking until beef is browned and onions are softened, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Prepare Soup Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup, milk, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir until blended well.
- Layer Potatoes: Evenly layer the thinly sliced potatoes in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add Beef Layer: Spread the cooked ground beef and onion mixture evenly over the potato layer.
- Pour Soup Mixture: Pour the cream of mushroom soup mixture evenly over the beef and potatoes.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top of the casserole.
- Bake Covered: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes until potatoes are tender and cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Cool and Garnish: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired before serving.
Notes
- For best results, slice potatoes thinly to ensure they cook evenly and thoroughly during baking.
- You can substitute cream of mushroom soup with cream of celery or cream of chicken if preferred.
- Adding Worcestershire sauce enhances the savory depth of the beef mixture but can be omitted for a milder flavor.
- The casserole can be prepared in advance and refrigerated before baking; add a few extra minutes to baking time if starting from cold.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
