Description
Hobo Casserole is a cozy, layered comfort meal featuring seasoned ground beef, onions, sliced potatoes, and cheddar cheese, all baked to perfection with a creamy soup mixture and topped with crispy French fried onions for added crunch. This hearty casserole is perfect for family dinners, combining simple ingredients into a warm and satisfying dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 lb Lean Ground Beef
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
- 1 Small Yellow Onion, diced
- 4 Medium Russet Potatoes, peeled and sliced
Dairy and Cheese
- 8 oz Cheddar Cheese, grated
- ¼ Cup Milk
Canned and Seasonings
- 1 (10 oz) Can Cream of Chicken Soup
- 1 (10 oz) Can Cream of Potato Soup
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 teaspoon Creole Seasoning
- â…“ Cup Crispy French Fried Onions
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (177°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Layer Ingredients: In a 10-inch cast iron skillet or a small casserole dish, spread the seasoned lean ground beef evenly. Top the beef with diced yellow onions, then layer the peeled and sliced russet potatoes, followed by grated cheddar cheese.
- Prepare Soup Mixture: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, cream of potato soup, Worcestershire sauce, milk, and Creole seasoning until smooth and well combined.
- Pour Mixture Over Layers: Evenly pour the prepared soup mixture over the layered ingredients in the casserole dish, making sure it covers the entire surface to allow thorough flavor blending.
- Bake the Casserole: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 30 minutes. This baking time allows the flavors to meld and the potatoes to cook through.
- Add Final Touch: After baking, carefully remove the foil and sprinkle the crispy French fried onions evenly over the top of the casserole to add texture and flavor.
- Broil to Perfection: Place the casserole under the oven broiler for a few minutes until the French fried onions turn golden brown and crispy, bringing a delightful crunch to the dish.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the hot casserole immediately and savor the comforting, layered flavors of this hearty Hobo Casserole.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute ground beef with plant-based crumbles and use vegetarian-friendly soups.
- Ensure the potatoes are sliced evenly for uniform cooking.
- Use a cast iron skillet for better heat distribution and a rustic presentation.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven to maintain crispiness.
- Adjust Creole seasoning to your preferred spice level.
