Hobo Casserole Ground Beef
A comforting and budget-friendly dish made with ground beef, potatoes, and cheese, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 medium potatoes, sliced
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 onion, chopped
- to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef and onions over medium heat; drain excess fat.
Assembly
- In a baking dish, layer sliced potatoes, followed by the cooked ground beef mixture.
- Pour cream of mushroom soup over the layers and top with shredded cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper.
Baking
- Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender and cheese is bubbly.
Serving
- Once the casserole is done baking, let it cool for a few minutes. Serve it hot, preferably on its own or with a simple green salad.
Notes
For added flavor, include garlic powder or paprika in the ground beef mixture. You can add vegetables like carrots or green beans for more nutrition. For a crispy top, broil the casserole for a few minutes after baking.