Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef
A cozy, one-dish meal that combines ground beef, potatoes, green beans, and cheese, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef Lean ground beef preferred
- 4 cups potatoes, diced Russet or Yukon potatoes work great
- 2 cups green beans, trimmed Frozen green beans can be used
- 1 large onion, chopped For a sweeter flavor, cook until translucent
- 2 cups shredded cheese Cheddar or your choice, use about 2 cups total
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup Can be substituted with cream of chicken
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil For browning the beef
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook the ground beef until browned.
- Add chopped onion and cook until translucent.
- In a baking dish, layer the diced potatoes, cooked beef mixture, and green beans.
- Spread the cream of mushroom soup over the top and season with salt and pepper.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove the foil, sprinkle cheese on top, and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let it cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For best results, brown the beef well for deeper flavor. Casserole can be assembled ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Leftovers reheat nicely in the oven or microwave.