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Hobo Casserole Recipe: Easy Ground Beef & Potato Dinner Bake

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This hobo casserole is a nostalgic, comforting dinner bake featuring ground beef, tender potatoes, creamy soup layers, and a crunchy cheesy topping. It’s quick to prepare, feeds a crowd, and is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (85/15 recommended)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 medium russet potatoes (about 1 lb), peeled and thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (low sodium if preferred)
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup (or cream of celery for lighter flavor)
  • 1/2 cup whole milk (or unsweetened almond milk for dairy-free)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (medium or sharp)
  • 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers or panko (gluten-free if needed)
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef for 4-5 minutes. Add diced onion and minced garlic; cook until onion is soft and beef is cooked through. Drain excess fat if needed.
  3. Peel and thinly slice potatoes to about 1/8-inch thickness.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, milk, and sour cream until smooth. Stir in salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and dried parsley.
  5. Layer half the potato slices in the bottom of the casserole dish. Top with half the beef mixture, then half the creamy soup mixture. Repeat layers with remaining potatoes, beef, and soup mixture.
  6. In a small bowl, combine shredded cheddar cheese, crushed crackers or panko, and melted butter. Sprinkle evenly over casserole.
  7. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 40 minutes.
  8. Remove foil and bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes, until cheese is golden and potatoes are fork-tender. Broil for 2-3 minutes if needed for extra browning.
  9. Let casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Slice potatoes thinly for even cooking. Use low-sodium soups to control salt. For gluten-free, use GF crackers and soups. Add veggies like peas or carrots for extra nutrition. Let casserole rest before serving for easier slicing. Leftovers taste even better the next day.

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