Description
This Hobo Casserole Ground Beef Recipe is a hearty and delicious one-pot meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. With layers of ground beef, potatoes, and cheese, it’s sure to satisfy the whole family.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion chopped
2 cloves garlic minced
4–5 medium potatoes thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups shredded cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon seasoning
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup beef broth or water
1/4 cup milk (optional for creaminess)
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until fragrant.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Layer the thinly sliced potatoes in a greased casserole dish. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Spread the cooked ground beef mixture over the potatoes.
- Pour the beef broth or water evenly over the layers.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese and grated Parmesan over the top.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. If desired, remove the foil for the last 10 minutes for a crispy top.
- Let it sit for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or carrots for extra nutrition. The milk is optional, but it adds creaminess to the dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Keywords: Hobo Casserole, Ground Beef, One-Pot Meal, Family Dinner, Comfort Food