Description
This easy hobo casserole is a one-pan meal that combines ground beef, potatoes, vegetables, and a creamy mushroom soup topping, creating a hearty and comforting dish perfect for busy nights.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
4 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (like peas, carrots, and corn)
1 small onion, chopped
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef and chopped onion over medium heat until the beef is fully cooked and the onion is soft. Drain any excess fat from the beef.
- Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the beef mixture.
- Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and layer half of the thinly sliced potatoes at the bottom.
- Layer half of the cooked ground beef mixture and then half of the frozen mixed vegetables on top of the potatoes.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining potatoes, ground beef mixture, and vegetables.
- Pour the cream of mushroom soup evenly over the top of the casserole.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- After 45 minutes, remove the foil, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the casserole, and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the potatoes are tender.
Notes
For a meatless version, swap the ground beef for a plant-based protein like lentils or a meat alternative.
For a spicier kick, add a dash of cayenne pepper or a few slices of jalapeño to the beef mixture.
This casserole stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and freezes for up to 3 months.
Fresh vegetables can be used in place of frozen vegetables. Be sure to blanch or cook them lightly first.
If preparing ahead of time, refrigerate the casserole overnight before baking, adding an extra 10-15 minutes to the baking time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
