Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef & Potatoes
A comforting dish combining savory ground beef, tender potatoes, and melted cheese, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef Use lean ground beef for a healthier option.
- 4-5 medium Potatoes, thinly sliced About 1/4 inch thick for even cooking.
- 1.5 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded Feel free to substitute with other cheeses.
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 0.5 tsp Paprika
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp Olive oil For sautéing.
- 1 medium Onion, chopped Adds flavor to the meat mixture.
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh garlic for best flavor.
- 0.5 cup Beef broth Can substitute with chicken or vegetable broth.
- 0.25 cup Milk (optional) To add creaminess.
- Fresh parsley, for garnish Adds color and freshness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Thinly slice the potatoes to about 1/4 inch. Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
Cooking
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant, then add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Season with Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In a greased baking dish, layer half of the potatoes.
- Spread half of the cooked beef over the potatoes and sprinkle with half the cheddar cheese.
- Repeat layers with the remaining potatoes and beef, and top with the remaining cheddar cheese.
- Pour beef broth and milk (if using) over the dish.
- Cover with foil and bake for 35–40 minutes.
- Remove foil, sprinkle with Parmesan, and bake uncovered for another 10 minutes until golden brown.
- Let rest for 5 minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding diced bell peppers or mushrooms to the beef mixture.