Easy Hobo Casserole – A Comforting Weeknight Classic
A cozy, budget-friendly casserole made with layers of seasoned ground beef, sliced potatoes, creamy mushroom soup, and melted cheddar cheese.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef
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4 medium russet potatoes, thinly sliced
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1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
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½ cup milk
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1 medium onion, thinly sliced
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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In a skillet, brown ground beef with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Drain excess fat.
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In a small bowl, mix cream of mushroom soup with milk.
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Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Layer half the potatoes, half the onions, half the ground beef, and half the soup mixture.
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Repeat layers and top with remaining potatoes and sauce.
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Cover with foil and bake for 60 minutes.
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Uncover, sprinkle with cheese, and bake for another 15–20 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly.
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Let sit for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
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Substitute with ground turkey or plant-based meat as desired.
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Add green beans or mushrooms for extra veggies.
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Can be made ahead and refrigerated or frozen before baking.