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Close up of a hobo casserole baked in a white baking dish with a portion removed from the corner.

Hobo Casserole

This easy, hearty Hobo Casserole recipe with ground beef, tender potatoes, a creamy sauce and a super-cheesy top is the perfect way to feed a family with minimal effort!
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 1 hour 20 minutes
Resting Time: 10 minutes
Total: 1 hour 40 minutes
Recipe Makes: 8
Approximate Cost: $1.69

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish

Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 cup onion (chopped)
  • 2 medium potatoes (thinly sliced)
  • 1 Tbsp garlic (minced (approx. 3 cloves))
  • 10 ¾ oz can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 Tsp salt
  • ½ Tsp black pepper
  • 1 ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar, or similar)

Instructions

  • Heat the oven to 375°. Spray a 9x13 inch pan with cooking spray.
  • Cook the beef, onions and garlic in a large skillet until the beef is no longer pink. Drain well. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Place a layer of potatoes over the bottom of a 9x13 inch pan, then add half of the beef.
  • Whisk together the soup and evaporated milk. Pour half of the mixture over the beef and sprinkle with half of the cheese.
  • Repeat the layers, but do not add cheese.
  • Place a piece of tinfoil over the pan.
  • Place in the oven and bake for 1 hour. Remove the tinfoil, and add cheese. Return to oven and continue baking uncovered for an additional 15 minutes, until cheese is golden.
  • Remove and let stand for 10 minutes before slicing on a wire rack.

Recipe Notes

  • You can assemble this casserole in the morning or even the night before, ready to bake after a long day when you've got plenty of hungry mouths to feed!
  • Leftovers will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or will freeze for up to 3 months. You'll need to thaw portions before heating them through in the microwave.

Recipe costs provided are approximate. Actual cost per recipe & serving will vary by location, store, brand, etc. Approximate cost shown does not include costs for any optional ingredients.

Nutrition

Calories: 311kcal | Protein: 19g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 497mg | Potassium: 538mg | Total Carbs: 15g | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Net Carbs: 13g | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 210mg
Cheap Cheap Eats recipe developed by Cheryl Malik