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Hobo Casserole Ground Beef Recipe

Hobo Casserole Ground Beef Recipe

Hobo Casserole is a comforting, hearty dish made with ground beef, vegetables, and a simple seasoning mix. Its origin is likely rooted in the need for easy, affordable, and satisfying meals. This casserole is versatile and can be made with various ingredients, making it a popular choice for busy families and home cooks looking for a no-fuss dinner. The combination of savory ground beef, tender vegetables, and a creamy, cheesy topping creates a satisfying meal that's perfect for cold nights or casual family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 406
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pounds lean ground beef
  • 1 small onion
  • 2 medium potatoes sliced thinly
  • 4 slices American cheese
  • 1 10-3/4 ounce can of cream of mushroom soup
  • 1/8 cup milk
  • 1 1/2 cups French-fried onions
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. In an 8x8 casserole dish, layer the ground beef, onion, potatoes, and cheese. Sprinkle it with salt and pepper.
  3. In a small mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup and milk. Then, pour it over the cheesy meat and potato layers.
  4. Cover it with aluminum foil, and bake it in the oven for 1 to 1 1/2 hours or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
  5. Remove it from the oven, and sprinkle it with French-fried onions.
  6. Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes, and enjoy!

Notes

  • Always save French fried onions for last, or they will become soggy. 
  • Place the meat and potatoes in even layers to ensure they bake evenly.
  • If you don’t have French-fried onions, you can also use crushed potato chips.
  • To make it vegetarian, you can swap ground beef for textured vegetable protein and bulgar wheat.