Description

This Hobo Casserole with Ground Beef is a hearty, comforting, and budget-friendly dish that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner. Layers of seasoned ground beef, crispy hash browns, creamy soup, and melty cheese come together to create a rich and satisfying meal. Simple to prepare and baked to perfection, this casserole is a crowd-pleaser for the whole family!

Ingredients

Scale

For the Casserole:

1 lb ground beef (80/20 or lean)
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken)
½ cup sour cream
2 cups frozen hash brown potatoes, thawed
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup French-fried onions (optional, for topping)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

2. Cook the Ground Beef:

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess grease.
Season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Worcestershire sauce.

3. Mix the Sauce:

In a medium bowl, mix the cream of mushroom soup and sour cream.

4. Assemble the Casserole:

Spread the cooked ground beef in an even layer in the prepared baking dish.
Pour and spread the soup and sour cream mixture over the beef.
Layer the thawed hash browns evenly over the top.
Sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.

5. Bake:

Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil, sprinkle with French-fried onions (if using), and bake for another 10-15 minutes, until golden brown and bubbly.

6. Serve:

Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

Swap ground turkey or ground sausage for the beef for a different flavor.
Add diced onions or bell peppers for extra texture.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6 servings
Calories: 450
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 25g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 25g

Keywords: Hobo Casserole, Ground Beef Casserole, Easy Beef Casserole, Budget-Friendly Meals, Comfort Food