Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef & Potatoes
Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef & Potatoes is the ultimate comfort food that brings together layers of savory ground beef, tender potatoes, and gooey melted cheese. This quick and delicious one-pan meal is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can have a hearty dish that satisfies everyone’s taste buds without breaking the bank. Customize it with your favorite veggies or cheese for added variety, making it a versatile option the whole family will love!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 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)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a cast iron skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned; drain excess fat.
- Layer half of the sliced potatoes over the beef mixture, season with Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Pour in beef broth (and milk if using) before adding the remaining potato slices.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for about 30 minutes. Remove foil, sprinkle cheeses on top, and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 392
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 589mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 76mg