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Hobo Casserole Rustic Ground Beef and Potato Bake

Delicious Hobo Casserole Rustic Ground Beef and Potato Bake

This Hobo Casserole offers a comforting blend of ground beef and potatoes in a creamy sauce, perfect for a crowd-pleasing dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Consider using lean ground beef for a lighter option.
  • 2-3 pcs Russet Potatoes Peel and thinly slice.
  • 1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup Can substitute with cream of chicken.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be a lighter alternative.
  • 1 pcs Onion Diced finely.
  • 1 pcs Bell Pepper Any color is acceptable.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced.
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Sharp or mild, based on preference.
  • 1 cup French Fried Onions Optional topping.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • 9×13-inch casserole dish
  • large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
  2. Brown 1 lb of ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat for 7-10 minutes.
  3. Add diced onion, chopped bell pepper, and minced garlic; sauté for 5 minutes.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 can of cream of mushroom soup with 1 cup of sour cream; season with salt and pepper.
  5. Layer half of 2-3 sliced russet potatoes in the greased dish, seasoning with salt and pepper.
  6. Spread half of the beef mixture and half of the creamy sauce over the potatoes; repeat layering.
  7. Top with 1 cup of cheddar cheese and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  8. Sprinkle French fried onions on top and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
  9. Let the casserole cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Consider serving with a fresh green salad or garlic bread for a complete meal. Can be made a day ahead and refrigerated before baking.

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