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Hobo Casserole

Comforting Hobo Casserole Bursting with Flavor and Ease

Discover the soothing goodness of Hobo Casserole, a family-friendly dish with ground beef, cheese, and potatoes.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 6 portions
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 lb Lean Ground Beef Choose lean to avoid excess grease.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Can substitute with white or red onions.
  • 4 medium Russet Potatoes Peel and slice thinly for even cooking.
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese Try a mix of cheddar and mozzarella for variety.
  • 1 can Cream of Chicken Soup Or substitute with cream of mushroom.
  • 1 can Cream of Potato Soup Or use cream of chicken as a substitute.
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce Optional to reduce sodium.
  • 1 cup Milk Non-dairy alternatives can also work.
  • 1 tbsp Creole Seasoning Substitute with all-purpose seasoning if preferred.
For Topping
  • 1 cup Crispy French Fried Onions Can opt for homemade onion rings.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • casserole dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Layer the raw ground beef evenly at the bottom of a skillet or casserole dish. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  3. Dice your yellow onions and sprinkle them over the seasoned ground beef.
  4. Thinly slice your russet potatoes and layer them evenly over the onion mixture.
  5. Sprinkle a generous layer of grated cheddar cheese over the sliced potatoes.
  6. In a mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, cream of potato soup, Worcestershire sauce, milk, and Creole seasoning. Whisk until smooth.
  7. Spoon the creamy soup mixture over the cheese layer, ensuring even coverage.
  8. Cover the casserole with aluminum foil and bake for 90 minutes.
  9. Remove the foil and sprinkle crispy French fried onions over the top. Broil for an additional 2-3 minutes until golden and crispy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 28gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 230mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. This casserole tastes even better the next day as the flavors develop further.

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