Hobo Ground Beef Casserole 

Hobo Ground Beef Casserole is a comforting, one-pan dish that combines seasoned ground beef, thinly sliced potatoes, and melted cheese. This hearty meal is perfect for busy weeknights, offering both simplicity and satisfaction. With its rich flavors and easy preparation, it's sure to become a family favorite.

 Ingredients

• 1 lb (450g) lean ground beef

• 1 medium onion, diced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 2–3 medium-sized Russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced

• 1 can (10.75 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup

• 1 cup sour cream

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• Salt and pepper to taste

• French fried onions for topping

• Sliced green onions (optional, for garnish)

• Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray or butter.

2. Cook the ground beef: In a large skillet, cook the lean ground beef over medium heat, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks. Cook for about 7–10 minutes until browned. Add diced onion, diced green bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are soft and fragrant.

3. Prepare the sauce: In a bowl, combine the condensed cream of mushroom soup and sour cream. Mix until smooth, then season with salt and pepper to taste.

4. Assemble the casserole: Peel and thinly slice the Russet potatoes. Arrange the slices in two layers in the bottom of the greased baking dish, seasoning each layer lightly with salt and pepper. Spoon the cooked ground beef and vegetable mixture evenly over the potato layers. Pour the cream sauce over the beef and veggies, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

5. Add cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.

6. Bake: Cover the casserole with aluminum foil and bake for 1 hour. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15–20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the potatoes are tender.

7. Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with French fried onions, sliced green onions, and chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 550 kcal

• Protein: 25g

• Fat: 21g

  • Saturated Fat: 10g

• Carbohydrates: 37g

  • Dietary Fiber: 3g

  • Sugars: 8g

• Cholesterol: 71mg

• Sodium: 1106mg

• Potassium: 1002mg

• Calcium: 324mg

• Iron: 3mg