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Hobo Casserole

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A comforting weeknight casserole featuring layers of browned beef, tender potatoes, and creamy mushroom sauce topped with melted cheese.

  • Total Time: 95 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 4 medium potatoes, sliced
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: vegetables like green beans or corn

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a skillet, brown the ground beef with chopped onions until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
  3. In a baking dish, layer half of the sliced potatoes, followed by the ground beef mixture.
  4. Spread the cream of mushroom soup over the beef, then layer the remaining potatoes on top.
  5. Sprinkle salt and pepper over the layers.
  6. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 1 hour.
  7. Remove the foil, sprinkle the shredded cheese on top, and bake for another 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Slice potatoes thin and even for uniform cooking. Drain excess fat to avoid greasy layers. Optionally, add blanched vegetables for extra flavor and nutrition.

  • Author: Chef Rita
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 75 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg