Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef & Potatoes
A comforting and hearty casserole made with ground beef, tender potatoes, and gooey cheese, perfect for family gatherings or busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef You can substitute with ground turkey or plant-based meat.
- 4-5 medium potatoes, thinly sliced (about 1/4 inch thick) Sweet potatoes or butternut squash can be used as replacements.
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup beef broth Can substitute with vegetable broth.
- ¼ cup milk (optional) Use plant-based milk for dairy-free option.
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp paprika
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese Gouda or mozzarella can be used instead.
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- for garnish Fresh parsley
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare all ingredients.
- Slice potatoes to about a quarter inch in thickness, dice the onion, and mince the garlic.
Cooking
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add onion and garlic, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
- Add ground beef, breaking it up. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned, seasoning with Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In a greased baking dish, layer half of the potatoes, followed by half of the beef mixture, and half of the shredded cheese.
- Repeat with remaining potatoes, beef, and cheese.
- Pour broth and milk over the casserole.
- Cover with foil and bake for 35-40 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until golden.
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes and garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
Can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Freezes well for up to 2-3 months.