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Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef

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This Hobo Casserole is a cozy, satisfying layered dish featuring thinly sliced potatoes, savory ground beef, and melty cheese. It’s an easy, budget-friendly meal made with pantry staples and baked to a warm, cheesy perfection—ideal for feeding the whole family.

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 medium onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

4–5 medium potatoes, thinly sliced

1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning

½ teaspoon paprika

Salt and pepper, to taste

½ cup beef broth or water

¼ cup milk (optional, for added creaminess)

Fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, until fully browned (5–7 minutes). Drain excess fat if necessary.
  3. Stir in chopped onion and minced garlic; cook until softened, about 3–4 minutes. Remove from heat.
  4. Spread beef mixture evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  5. Layer thinly sliced potatoes over the beef, overlapping slightly.
  6. Season potatoes with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika.
  7. Sprinkle shredded cheddar and Parmesan cheese evenly over the potatoes.
  8. Pour beef broth or water around the edges of the dish. For added creaminess, drizzle milk over the top.
  9. Cover dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  10. Remove foil and bake uncovered for another 15–20 minutes, until potatoes are tender and cheese is golden and bubbly.
  11. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.

Notes

Add sautéed bell peppers or mushrooms for extra vegetables.

Use smoked paprika for a smoky flavor twist.

Substitute cheddar cheese with Monterey Jack or mozzarella.

Replace beef broth with vegetable broth for a lighter taste.

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