Hobo Casserole Ground Beef
A hearty casserole with ground beef, thinly sliced potatoes, and melted cheddar cheese, baked until tender and bubbly.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4-5 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup beef broth or water
- 1/4 cup milk (optional, for creaminess)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preheat Oven and Grease Dish:
Set oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly coat a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil.Brown Ground Beef:
Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook, crumbling, until browned and fully done, roughly 5-7 minutes. Pour off any surplus fat.Sauté Onion and Garlic:
Stir in chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until onion turns soft and clear, about 3-4 minutes.Layer Beef and Potatoes:
Evenly distribute the cooked beef mixture in the greased dish. Layer thinly sliced potatoes on top; season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika.Add Cheeses and Liquid:
Top beef with shredded cheddar and grated Parmesan. Pour beef broth (or water) along the casserole's edges to keep potatoes from drying. If desired, drizzle milk for added richness.Bake Covered Then Uncovered:
Cover dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and continue baking until potatoes are fork-tender and cheese is bubbly and lightly browned, another 15-20 minutes.Garnish with Parsley:
If using, sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve immediately.