Description
This hearty Hobo Casserole with ground beef is a comforting layered dish featuring tender sliced potatoes, savory browned beef and onions, creamy mushroom soup, and melted cheddar cheese. Baked to perfection, it’s an easy and satisfying meal perfect for family dinners or potlucks.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Garnish
- 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 Onion: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and chopped onions, cooking until the beef is browned and onions are softened, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat to keep the dish from being greasy.
- Mix Soup Sauce: In a bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup, milk, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir until smooth and well-blended to create a creamy sauce layer.
- Layer Potatoes: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish, then layer the thinly sliced potatoes evenly on the bottom. Season the potatoes with salt and pepper to enhance flavor.
- Add Beef Mixture: Spread the cooked beef and onion mixture evenly over the layered potatoes for a rich base.
- Pour Soup Mixture: Pour the mushroom soup mixture evenly over the beef and potatoes, distributing the creamy sauce throughout the casserole.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top to add a golden, melted cheesy crust.
- Bake Covered: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil to retain moisture and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
- Finish Baking Uncovered: Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the cheese is bubbly and browned.
- Garnish and Serve: Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired before serving for a fresh touch.
Notes
- You can substitute cream of mushroom soup with cream of chicken or celery soup for a slightly different flavor.
- Thinly slicing potatoes is key to ensure they cook fully within the baking time.
- For a richer taste, use sharp cheddar cheese or a blend of cheeses.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.
- Adding chopped vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms to the beef mixture can enhance nutrition and flavor.
