Description
A hearty, comforting hobo casserole packed with seasoned ground beef, tender potatoes, and melty cheeses, perfect for a quick family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (can be replaced with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 1 cup beef broth or water
- 1/2 cup milk (optional, adds extra creaminess)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and brown the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon; drain excess fat.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until softened, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in the dried Italian seasoning and paprika, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Layer the sliced potatoes evenly in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Spread the beef mixture over the potatoes, then pour the beef broth or water over the top.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 35 minutes, or until the potatoes are just tender.
- Remove the foil, sprinkle the shredded cheddar and grated parmesan cheese over the top, and return to the oven uncovered for 10-12 minutes, until the cheese is melted and golden.
- Optional: stir in the milk for extra creaminess before baking, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute ground turkey or chicken and use low‑fat cheese; you can also add frozen peas or carrots for extra vegetables.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: hobo casserole,ground beef,comfort food,easy dinner,cheesy bake