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Hobo Casserole Ground Beef

A warm and comforting one-pan casserole featuring layers of ground beef, potatoes, creamy soup, and gooey cheese, perfect for a family-friendly meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef Savory choice, can substitute with ground turkey or chicken
  • 4 medium potatoes, sliced Layer evenly for consistent cooking
  • 1 medium onion, chopped Can be diced ahead of time to save prep time
  • 2 cups shredded cheese Cheddar or choice of cheese; pepper jack for a spicier version
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup For a different flavor, use cream of chicken or a homemade cheese sauce
  • Salt and pepper To taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef along with the chopped onion. Drain any excess fat.
  3. In a greased baking dish, layer the sliced potatoes.
  4. Spread the cooked ground beef mixture over the potatoes.
  5. Pour the cream of mushroom soup on top, and sprinkle shredded cheese over everything.
  6. Season with salt and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  2. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the cheese is bubbly.

Notes

This casserole can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and also freezes well for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven or microwave when ready to eat. For a vegan version, swap ground beef for lentils or a plant-based meat alternative.