Hobo Casserole is a hearty and comforting dish that brings together ground beef, creamy mushroom soup, tender potatoes, and melted cheddar cheese. This one dish meal is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, offering a satisfying combination of flavors and textures. It's an easy to make recipe that has become a family favorite for its simplicity and deliciousness.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef

• 1 medium onion, chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 4 medium potatoes, thinly sliced

• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup

• ½ cup milk

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika

• 1 tablespoon butter, melted

• 1 cup crispy fried onions (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

2. Cook Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.

3. Sauté Vegetables: Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until onions turn translucent. Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.

4. Prepare Soup Mixture: In a bowl, mix cream of mushroom soup with milk until well combined.

5. Assemble Layers: Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the prepared baking dish. Spread half of the cooked beef mixture over the potatoes. Pour half of the soup mixture on top. Repeat the layers with the remaining potatoes, beef, and soup mixture.

6. Bake: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes.

7. Add Cheese: Remove foil, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top, and bake uncovered for another 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

8. Optional Topping: If using, sprinkle crispy fried onions on top and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes.

9. Rest and Serve: Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

• Calories: 420 kcal

• Protein: 25g

• Fat: 24g

• Carbohydrates: 35g

• Fiber: 4g

• Sodium: 913mg