Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Hobo Casserole, a delightful one-pot meal perfect for busy weeknights. This hearty dish combines ground beef, tender potatoes, fresh green beans, and a savory cream sauce, all baked to perfection in a single baking dish. With minimal prep and cleanup, this family-friendly recipe is not only easy to make but also customizable, allowing you to use your favorite vegetables or spices. Whether you’re hosting a casual dinner or looking for a satisfying meal, Hobo Casserole is sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 4 medium potatoes, diced
- 2 cups green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat with salt and pepper until fully cooked.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked beef with diced potatoes, green beans, onion, beef broth, cream of mushroom soup, Worcestershire sauce, and seasonings.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish and cover with foil.
- Bake for 1 hour covered; then remove the foil and bake an additional 15-20 minutes until bubbly and potatoes are tender.
- Optionally sprinkle cheese on top and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg