Hobo Casserole Ground Beef
A comforting casserole with tender sliced potatoes, savory browned ground beef, and melted cheeses baked to perfection for a simple, hearty American main dish.
Equipment
- 1 9x13-inch baking dish
- 1 large skillet
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 4-5 medium potatoes thinly sliced
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup beef broth or water
- 1/4 cup milk optional
- Fresh parsley for garnish optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking apart, until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until onion is soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Spread the cooked beef mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Arrange thinly sliced potatoes on top of the beef. Season potatoes with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar and grated Parmesan cheese over the potatoes.
- Pour beef broth or water around the edges of the casserole to keep potatoes moist. Optionally drizzle with milk for extra creaminess.
- Cover casserole with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake another 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender and cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.
Notes
- Brown the ground beef thoroughly and drain excess fat for a leaner casserole.
- Use optional milk for creamier texture.
- Store leftovers refrigerated, best eaten within 3 days.