Description
This classic Hobo Casserole recipe features layers of seasoned ground beef, thinly sliced potatoes, creamy mushroom and chicken soups, and melted cheese, baked to bubbly perfection. It’s a hearty, budget-friendly dish perfect for easy weeknight dinners that satisfy the whole family with rich flavors and comforting textures.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 5 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 can (10.7 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup (with or without garlic added)
- 1 can (10.7 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
- ½ cup milk
- 2 cups shredded cheese
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Cook Beef Mixture: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef along with diced onions and minced garlic over medium heat until the beef is browned and no longer pink. Drain off any excess fat. Season the mixture with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Layer Potatoes and Beef: Arrange a layer of thinly sliced potatoes on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Spread half of the cooked beef mixture evenly over the potatoes.
- Mix Soups and Milk: In a bowl, whisk together the condensed cream of mushroom soup, condensed cream of chicken soup, evaporated milk, and regular milk until smooth. Pour half of this soup mixture evenly over the beef layer. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheese on top.
- Repeat Layers: Repeat the layering process by adding another layer of potatoes, the remaining beef mixture, the rest of the soup mixture, and the remaining shredded cheese on top.
- Cover and Bake: Tent a piece of aluminum foil over the casserole dish, ensuring it does not touch the cheese. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour.
- Remove Foil and Continue Baking: After 1 hour, remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 30 minutes, allowing the cheese to brown and the casserole to become bubbly.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it stand for 10 minutes on a wire rack before slicing and serving. This helps the casserole set and makes serving easier.
Notes
- This Hobo Casserole recipe is packed with ground beef, tender potatoes, and creamy soups, making it a hearty and flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights.
- It’s an economical dish that the whole family will enjoy, ideal for dinner any day of the week.
- For best results, slice potatoes uniformly thin for even cooking.
- You can customize the cheese type according to preference, such as sharp cheddar or a blend.
- If desired, add chopped vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms to the beef for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 441 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 1106 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 71 mg
