Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef & Potatoes
Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef & Potatoes is a comforting one-dish meal that layers tender potatoes, savory ground beef, and colorful vegetables, all topped with gooey melted cheese. This crowd-pleaser is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, offering rich flavors and nostalgic vibes that will keep everyone coming back for seconds. Easy to customize with your favorite veggies or spices, this casserole is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 medium Russet potatoes, sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (any color)
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the onion and garlic until golden brown.
- Add ground beef, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning; cook until browned.
- Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the baking dish, followed by half of the beef mixture. Repeat the layers.
- Pour chicken broth evenly over the layers and sprinkle cheese on top.
- Bake for about 60 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (about 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg