Hobo Casserole (Ground Beef Recipe) – Easy, Hearty & Budget-Friendly Dinner
Hobo Casserole is a hearty, creamy ground beef bake made with thinly sliced potatoes, cheese, and savory soup. This budget-friendly dinner is easy to assemble and perfect for family meals or potlucks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef
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1 small onion, diced
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4–5 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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2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
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½ tsp garlic powder
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Optional: parsley for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
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In a skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until browned. Drain fat and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
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In a bowl, whisk together soup and milk until smooth.
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Layer half the potatoes in the casserole dish.
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Add half the beef mixture and drizzle some soup mixture.
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Repeat layers with remaining potatoes, beef, and soup.
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Top with shredded cheese.
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Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
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Remove foil and bake an additional 20–25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
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Let rest 5–10 minutes before serving.
Notes
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Use frozen hash browns as a shortcut.
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Swap ground turkey or pork for beef.
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Add sliced mushrooms or spinach for variety.
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Freezes well after baking.