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Hobo Casserole

A delightful one-pan meal bringing together hearty ingredients and creamy flavors, perfect for weeknight dinners and gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef or substitute with ground turkey or chicken
  • 4 medium potatoes, diced
  • 1 cup shredded cheese e.g., cheddar, mozzarella, or Swiss
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup (optional) can substitute with cream of chicken soup or homemade white sauce

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with the chopped onion until the beef is cooked through. Drain excess fat.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked ground beef, diced potatoes, shredded cheese, and seasonings.
  4. If using, stir in the cream of mushroom soup to add creaminess.
Baking
  1. Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish and cover with foil.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  3. Remove the foil during the last 10 minutes of baking to allow the cheese to become golden and bubbling.
Serving
  1. Serve warm and enjoy your comforting meal!

Notes

This casserole can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days or frozen for up to three months. A splash of milk while reheating can restore the creamy texture. Pro tip: Let it cool for a few minutes after baking to avoid cheese lava surprises!