Description
Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef is a classic comfort dish that brings warmth and satisfaction to your dinner table. This hearty casserole features layers of seasoned ground beef, tender thinly sliced potatoes, and rich melted cheddar cheese, all baked to perfection. It’s an easy one-dish meal that combines simple ingredients for a delicious family-friendly option. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, this recipe can be customized with your favorite vegetables or seasonings. Enjoy the crispy cheese topping and the savory blend of flavors that make every bite irresistible!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 4 medium Russet potatoes
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 1.5 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil and brown the ground beef while breaking it apart. Drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic; cook until softened (about 5 minutes). Stir in salt and pepper.
- Layer one-third of sliced potatoes in the baking dish, followed by half of the beef mixture and one-third of cheddar cheese.
- Repeat layers: potatoes, remaining beef, and another one-third of cheese.
- Top with remaining potato slices and pour beef broth over everything.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove foil, add remaining cheese on top, and bake uncovered for another 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Let stand for 5 minutes before serving; garnish with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 casserole (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg