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Hobo Casserole Recipe: Easy 5-Ingredient Dinner for Cozy Nights

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This hearty hobo casserole is a comforting, budget-friendly dinner made with just five main ingredients. Perfect for busy weeknights, it features layers of savory ground beef, thinly sliced potatoes, creamy soup, and melty cheddar cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20 or lean)
  • 3 medium russet potatoes (about 1.5 pounds), thinly sliced
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: 1 cup green peas or corn
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Optional: 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Optional: Additional black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Wash and peel the potatoes. Slice them thinly (about 1/8-inch thick). Toss with a pinch of salt and black pepper in a mixing bowl.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and chopped onion. Cook for 5-7 minutes until beef is no longer pink and onions are soft. Drain excess fat. Add garlic powder if using.
  4. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Arrange half the sliced potatoes in an even layer. Top with half the cooked beef and onions. Spoon half the cream of mushroom soup over the top and spread gently. Sprinkle with 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
  5. Repeat layers with remaining potatoes, beef, soup, and cheese.
  6. If using, sprinkle green peas or corn between layers and top with fresh parsley.
  7. Cover the dish tightly with foil. Bake for 40 minutes.
  8. Remove foil and bake another 15-20 minutes, until the top is golden and bubbly and potatoes are fork-tender.
  9. Let casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For best results, slice potatoes thinly and evenly. Drain ground beef well to avoid a greasy casserole. Layer ingredients rather than mixing for distinct flavors. Cover tightly with foil for the first part of baking to steam potatoes, then uncover to brown the cheese. Let rest before serving for easier slicing. Easily adaptable for gluten-free, vegetarian, or dairy-free diets with simple swaps.

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