Description
Hearty hobo casserole combines ground beef, potatoes, and vegetables in one satisfying dish. Comfort food from American kitchens delivers warmth and robust flavors you will savor with each delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound ground beef
Vegetables:
- 4 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 small onion, diced
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom soup
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 375F (190C), ensuring optimal cooking temperature.
- In a skillet warmed with olive oil, sauté diced onions until they turn translucent and tender.
- Introduce ground beef to the skillet, browning thoroughly and carefully eliminating excess grease.
- Enhance the meat’s flavor profile by seasoning with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Prepare a baking dish with a light grease coating to prevent sticking.
- Create the first foundation layer using half of the sliced potatoes across the dish’s bottom.
- Distribute an even layer of the seasoned ground beef mixture atop the potato base.
- Cascade half of the cream of mushroom soup uniformly over the beef layer.
- Reconstruct the layering process with remaining potato slices, creating a second tier.
- Add the remaining ground beef mixture as the next substantial stratum.
- Complete the layering sequence by pouring the remaining cream of mushroom soup.
- Generously sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese across the casserole’s surface.
- Shield the casserole with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Uncover the dish, allowing the cheese to transform into a golden, bubbling crust during the final 15 minutes of baking.
- Allow the casserole to rest and slightly cool before serving to help set the layers and enhance flavor melding.
Notes
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a leaner, lighter version that accommodates different dietary preferences.
- Enhance flavor complexity by adding fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary to the beef mixture, which brings depth and aromatic richness to the casserole.
- For a crispy top layer, sprinkle breadcrumbs or crushed crackers over the cheese before the final baking stage, creating a delightful textural contrast.
- Reduce sodium by using low-sodium cream of mushroom soup and selecting reduced-fat cheese, making the dish more heart-healthy without sacrificing taste.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg