Description
Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef & Potatoes – Quick & Delicious is the ultimate dinner solution for busy families. This hearty one-pan dish features savory ground beef, tender potatoes, and gooey melted cheese, creating a comforting meal that pleases even the pickiest eaters. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this budget-friendly recipe offers a customizable experience, allowing you to add your favorite vegetables or seasonings for a personal touch. Bake it all together in a cast iron skillet for easy cleanup and maximum flavor. Whether you’re hosting a casual dinner or looking for a quick weeknight meal, this casserole is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4–5 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup beef broth
- ¼ cup milk (optional)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp paprika
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a cast iron skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and brown the ground beef. Add chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Layer thinly sliced potatoes over the beef mixture; season with salt and pepper.
- Combine beef broth, optional milk, Italian seasoning, and paprika in a bowl; pour over layers.
- Top with shredded cheddar and Parmesan cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes; remove foil and bake an additional 15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let cool briefly, garnish with parsley, and serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approx. 330g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg