Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef
This comforting Hobo Casserole combines tender potatoes, savory ground beef, and gooey melted cheese into a hearty dish the whole family will enjoy. It's simple to prepare and perfect for busy weeknights!
Servings: 4
Calories: 450kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 4-5 medium potatoes thinly sliced
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup beef broth or water
- 1 tablespoon ketchup optional, for added flavor
- 1/4 cup milk optional, for creaminess
- Fresh parsley for garnish optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked (about 5-7 minutes). Drain any excess fat if necessary.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the onion becomes soft and translucent.
- Spread the cooked ground beef mixture evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Layer the thinly sliced potatoes over the ground beef. Season the potatoes with salt, pepper, and half of the Italian seasoning and paprika.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the potatoes.
- Pour the beef broth (or water) around the edges of the casserole to keep the potatoes moist while baking. Optionally, drizzle with milk for added creaminess.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- After 30 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.
- Notes
- For a leaner dish, brown the ground beef thoroughly and drain any excess fat.
- The ketchup and milk are optional but can add extra flavor and creaminess to the casserole.