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Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef & Potatoes

Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef & Potatoes is a hearty, no-fuss comfort meal that brings simple ingredients together into a satisfying, flavor-packed dish. Ground beef simmers with savory spices, mingling with tender potatoes and a rich tomato sauce. As it bakes to bubbly perfection, the kitchen fills with the warm, home-cooked aroma that instantly comforts the soul.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 4 cups potatoes peeled and thinly sliced
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can 10.5 oz condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Method
 

Prepare the Ingredients:
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add chopped onion, bell pepper, and garlic; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
Assemble the Casserole:
  1. In a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, layer half the sliced potatoes in an even layer.
  2. Spread half the cooked beef and vegetable mixture over the potatoes.
  3. Spoon half of the cream of mushroom soup over the beef layer.
  4. Repeat the layers with the remaining potatoes, beef mixture, and soup.
Bake and Finish:
  1. Cover the casserole tightly with foil and bake for 35 minutes.
  2. Remove the foil, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
  3. Bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes until cheese melts and bubbles.

Notes

Make this casserole a staple in your kitchen, fill your home with its irresistible aroma, and capture a photo of your tasty creation. Share it on Instagram and tag me—let’s celebrate your cooking success together. Enjoy!