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Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef & Potatoes – Quick & Delicious!

This Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef & Potatoes is the ultimate comfort meal! With layers of savory ground beef, tender potatoes, and gooey melted cheese, this one-pan dish is easy to prepare and perfect for busy weeknights. A budget-friendly, family favorite that delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Casserole
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole:
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 4-5 medium potatoes thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ cup beef broth
  • ¼ cup milk optional
For the Seasoning & Cheese:
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preheat & Prepare:
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Thinly slice the potatoes to ¼-inch thickness.
2️⃣ Cook the Beef:
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant.
  3. Add ground beef, season with Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper, and cook until browned.
3️⃣ Assemble the Casserole:
  1. Grease a baking dish and layer half of the potatoes.
  2. Spread half of the cooked beef on top.
  3. Sprinkle half of the cheddar cheese.
  4. Repeat the layers, then pour beef broth (and milk, if using) over the top.
4️⃣ Bake to Perfection:
  1. Cover with foil and bake for 35-40 minutes.
  2. Remove foil, top with Parmesan cheese, and bake uncovered for 10 more minutes until golden brown.
5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy:
  1. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  2. Garnish with fresh parsley, and enjoy this comforting, cheesy dish!

Notes

  • For extra creaminess, add more cheese or a splash of heavy cream.
  • Thinly slice potatoes for even cooking.
  • Make it spicy by adding red pepper flakes.

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