Hobo Casserole Ground Beef Recipe
This Hobo Casserole Ground Beef Recipe is a hearty family dinner made with seasoned ground beef, tender potatoes, and melted cheese.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Large skillet
- Sharp knife For thin potato slices
- Cutting board
- Aluminum foil
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 4-5 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp paprika
- salt and pepper, to taste
- ½ cup beef broth or water
- ¼ cup milk, optional
- fresh parsley, optional garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until softened and fragrant.
- Spread the beef mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Arrange sliced potatoes over the beef. Season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika.
- Sprinkle cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese evenly over the potatoes.
- Pour beef broth around the edges of the dish. Add milk if using for a creamier texture.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 15 to 20 minutes, until potatoes are tender and cheese is golden and bubbling.
- Let the casserole rest for about 5 minutes. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Slice potatoes thinly for even cooking. Drain the beef well to avoid excess grease. Season both the meat and potatoes for the best flavor. Let the casserole rest for about 5 minutes before serving.