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Hobo Casserole Rustic Ground Beef and Potato Bake Recipe

Hobo Casserole Rustic Ground Beef and Potato Bake Recipe

5.3 from 17 reviews

This Hobo Casserole is a rustic and comforting ground beef and potato bake, perfect for a hearty family dinner. Layers of thinly sliced potatoes, savory ground beef with vegetables, and a creamy mushroom sauce, topped with melted cheddar cheese and crispy fried onions.

Ingredients

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Ground Beef Mixture:

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion (diced)
  • 1 green bell pepper (diced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)

Potato Layers:

  • 23 medium-sized Russet potatoes (peeled and thinly sliced)

Cream Sauce:

  • 1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup (10.75 oz)
  • 1 cup sour cream

Additional:

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)
  • French fried onions (for topping)
  • Sliced green onions (optional, for garnish)
  • Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Baking Dish – Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray or butter.
  2. Cook the Ground Beef and Vegetables – In a large skillet, cook the lean ground beef over medium heat until browned. Add diced onion, green bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté until vegetables are soft and fragrant.
  3. Prepare the Cream Sauce – Mix condensed cream of mushroom soup and sour cream in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Assemble the Casserole – Layer sliced potatoes in the baking dish, season with salt and pepper. Spoon the ground beef mixture over the potatoes. Pour the cream sauce over the beef and veggies.
  5. Add Cheese and Bake – Sprinkle cheddar cheese over the casserole. Bake for 30-35 minutes until potatoes are tender and top is golden brown.
  6. Add Toppings and Serve – Sprinkle French fried onions over the casserole and bake for 5 more minutes. Let it cool slightly before serving. Garnish with green onions or parsley.

Notes

  • You can customize this casserole by adding your favorite seasonings or vegetables.
  • This dish reheats well, making it great for leftovers.

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Keywords: Hobo Casserole, Ground Beef and Potato Bake, Comfort Food Recipe