Hobo Casserole
Hobo Casserole is a hearty, no-fuss dish made with layers of seasoned ground beef, potatoes, onions, and a creamy, cheesy sauce. It’s classic comfort food at its best—simple, satisfying, and easy to throw together with pantry staples. Great for feeding a crowd or making ahead for busy nights.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 4 medium potatoes thinly sliced (Yukon gold or russet work well)
- 1 medium onion thinly sliced
- 1 10.5 oz can cream of mushroom soup
- ½ cup milk
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional: chopped parsley or green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the beef:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until browned and cooked through. Drain excess grease.
- Layer the casserole:
- Place a layer of sliced potatoes on the bottom of the baking dish. Top with a layer of sliced onions, then spoon over half of the cooked ground beef. Repeat with remaining potatoes, onions, and beef.
- Make the sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup and milk until smooth. Pour evenly over the casserole.
- Bake covered:
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Add cheese and finish baking:
- Uncover the casserole, sprinkle cheddar cheese over the top, and return to the oven for another 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Garnish and serve:
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley or green onions if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try using cream of cheddar soup or add a dash of Worcestershire sauce to the ground beef.
- Make it ahead and store unbaked in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
- Great served with a green salad or steamed veggies on the side.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.