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Hobo Casserole A Heartwarming Dish For Your Famil 2025 12 23 205606 150x150 1

Hobo Casserole

A comforting and hearty casserole featuring layers of beef, potatoes, and cheese, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 4 medium potatoes, sliced Aim for quarter-inch thickness
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup Can substitute with cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup shredded cheese Consider cheddar or mozzarella
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (optional) Frozen or fresh veggies work well
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a skillet, cook the ground beef and onion until the beef is browned. Drain any excess grease.
  3. In a baking dish, layer the sliced potatoes, cooked ground beef mixture, and mixed vegetables (if using).
  4. Spread the cream of mushroom soup over the top, seasoning gently with salt and pepper.
  5. Top with shredded cheese.
Cooking
  1. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 1 hour.
  2. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  3. Let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, consider mixing in garlic powder or Italian seasoning. Serving with a side salad can balance the richness of the casserole.