Description
This Hobo Casserole is an easy, comforting baked dish featuring savory ground beef layered with thinly sliced potatoes and topped with melty cheddar and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for a hearty weeknight dinner, it combines simple ingredients into a deliciously satisfying meal your whole family will love!
Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 medium onion, chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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4–5 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
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1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
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½ tsp paprika
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Salt and pepper to taste
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½ cup beef broth or water
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¼ cup milk (optional, for creaminess)
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Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes. Drain excess fat if desired.
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Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with beef. Cook 3–4 minutes until onion is soft and translucent.
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Spread cooked beef mixture evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
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Layer thinly sliced potatoes evenly over the beef. Season potatoes with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika.
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Sprinkle shredded cheddar and grated Parmesan cheese over the potatoes.
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Pour beef broth (or water) around the edges of the casserole to keep potatoes moist during baking. Optionally drizzle milk over the top for extra creaminess.
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Cover casserole with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
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Remove foil and bake an additional 15–20 minutes until potatoes are tender and cheese is bubbly and golden.
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Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
Brown the beef well and drain excess fat for a leaner dish.
Thinly slicing potatoes ensures even cooking.
Use beef broth for richer flavor; water works fine as a substitute.
Adding milk makes the casserole creamier but is optional.
Fresh parsley adds a fresh finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Casserole
- Method: Oven-Baked
- Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Keywords: ground beef casserole, hobo casserole, easy dinner, baked potatoes, cheesy casserole