Go Back
–+ servings

Hobo Casserole

A hearty and comforting dish made with ground beef, potatoes, and cheese, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef Browned before layering
  • 2-3 medium potatoes, sliced Can microwave to reduce baking time
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup Can substitute with cream of chicken or celery
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (e.g., cheddar) Sprinkled on top before baking
  • 1 medium onion, chopped Sautéed with ground beef
  • Salt and pepper to taste For seasoning
  • Optional: additional vegetables (e.g., corn, green beans) Enhances nutritional value

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a skillet, brown the ground beef and onion over medium heat; drain excess fat.
Layering and Baking
  1. In a baking dish, layer the sliced potatoes.
  2. Spread the cooked ground beef mixture over the potatoes.
  3. Pour the cream of mushroom soup over the beef layer.
  4. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
  5. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  7. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender and cheese is bubbly.
  8. Let it cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

Best served hot. Pairs well with a simple salad or crusty bread. Great for leftovers.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!