Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef
This Hobo Casserole is a cozy and satisfying meal featuring layers of seasoned ground beef, thinly sliced potatoes, and plenty of gooey, melted cheese. It’s simple to prepare and makes a hearty dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights or comforting family meals.
Servings: 4
Calories: 550kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 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 added creaminess
- Fresh parsley chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add ground beef and cook for 5–7 minutes, breaking it up as it browns. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 3–4 more minutes, until onions are softened. Remove from heat.
- Spread the beef mixture evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Layer the thinly sliced potatoes on top, slightly overlapping them. Season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and grated Parmesan evenly over the top.
- Pour beef broth (or water) around the edges of the dish. Optionally, drizzle milk over the potatoes for added creaminess.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake uncovered for another 15–20 minutes, until potatoes are tender and cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.
Notes
Brown the beef thoroughly to develop flavor and reduce excess grease.
Use a mandoline for evenly sliced potatoes, which helps them cook more uniformly.
Add the optional milk or a splash of cream for a richer texture.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat in the oven for best results.