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adam saha

Hobo Casserole Ground Beef

A hearty, comforting casserole featuring tender potatoes, savory ground beef, and a creamy cheese topping – perfect for a soul-warming dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 850

Ingredients
  

The Ground Beef Base
  • 1 Ground Beef large, diced finely
  • 2 cloves Onion minced
  • 1 tsp Garlic
  • 1 Tbsp Dried Thyme
  • Worcestershire Sauce to taste
  • 4 large Salt and Pepper about 2.5 lbs, thinly sliced (about 1/8-inch thick), Russets provide perfect starchy texture
  • 1 Russet Potatoes 10.5 oz can, the classic binder for the creamy sauce
  • 1 cup Cream of Mushroom Soup whole milk works best for richness
  • 0.5 cup Milk adds moisture and boosts beef flavor
  • 2 cups Beef Broth freshly grated melts best for glorious cheesy topping
  • Shredded Cheddar Cheese to taste
  • Salt to taste
  • The Potatoes and Creamy Sauce Pepper optional additional seasonings like smoked paprika or steak seasoning adding extra depth in your Casserole

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish,
  • Large skillet,
  • Mandolin slicer (optional)
  • oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, crumble and cook the ground beef until browned. Add the diced onion and cook until onions are soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  3. Return beef and onions to skillet. Stir in minced garlic, dried thyme, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Scrub or peel russet potatoes. Slice thinly (about 1/8-inch thick) using a mandolin or sharp knife for even cooking.
  5. In a medium bowl, whisk together cream of mushroom soup, milk, and beef broth until smooth.
  6. Spread seasoned ground beef mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish. Arrange sliced potatoes over the beef.
  7. Pour the cream soup mixture evenly over the potatoes and beef, ensuring coating.
  8. Cover tightly with aluminum foil. Bake for 60 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
  9. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over top. Bake uncovered for 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  10. Let rest for 10-15 minutes before serving for sauce to thicken.

Nutrition

Calories: 850kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 40gFat: 35g

Notes

Pre-soak potatoes for 20 minutes in cold water to remove starch for tender results. Season beef heavily for flavor. Seal foil tightly to create steam. Variations: Add frozen veggies, spice with green chiles. Slow cooker: Layer and cook on low 6-8 hours. Storage: Refrigerate up to 4 days, freeze up to 2 months. Reheat in oven or microwave.
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