hobo casserole

This hobo casserole is deliciously satisfying, filling, and so comforting!

Hobo Casserole

beef

onion

potatoes

cream of mushroom soup (regular or gluten-free)

sour cream

milk

grated cheese (Colby, jack cheese, or cheddar cheese)

potato chips

Salt and pepper

Preheat oven to 350˚ F. Spray the bottom...

Preheat oven to 350˚ F. Spray the bottom of a 7” x 11” baking pan.

Brown the ground beef. Drain it and pour...

Brown the ground beef. Drain it and pour it into the pan. Spread it out to make an even layer.

Sprinkle the chopped onions over top of beef.

Place the thinly sliced potatoes over the onion.

Add the desired amount of salt and pepper...

Add the desired amount of salt and pepper over the potatoes.

In a medium bowl, mix soup, sour cream,...

In a medium bowl, mix soup, sour cream, and milk. Pour mixture over the salted potatoes.

Sprinkle the crushed potato chips and cheese evenly...

Sprinkle the crushed potato chips and cheese evenly over the top.

Lightly spray foil with nonstick spray to prevent...

Lightly spray foil with nonstick spray to prevent the cheese from sticking to it.

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake...

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Remove the foil and return the casserole to...

Remove the foil and return the casserole to the oven to allow the cheese to brown. This should take about 5 minutes.

Serve hot.

This hearty Hobo Casserole combines tender sliced potatoes, seasoned ground beef, and a creamy, flavorful sauce made with green chiles, sour cream, and cheddar cheese. Baked to golden perfection, it’s the ultimate comfort food perfect for feeding a crowd or enjoying as leftovers.

Hobo Casserole Recipe

salted butter

white onion, finely diced

all-purpose flour

chicken broth

heavy cream

green chiles

garlic powder

hot sauce (Tabasco

black pepper

salt

russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced (about 1/4 inch thick)

cheddar cheese

Prepare Baking Dish

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9&#215;13-inch or 3-quart baking dish and set aside for layering the casserole.

Make the Sauce Base

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 1/4 cup salted butter. Add the finely diced onion and sauté until softened and lightly browned, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to avoid burning.

Thicken the Sauce

Stir in 1/4 cup all-purpose flour to the cooked onions and cook for 2–3 minutes while stirring continuously until the mixture turns smooth and golden. Gradually whisk in 1 cup chicken broth, 1 cup heavy cream, and 1 cup sour cream until fully combined and smooth.

Season the Sauce

Lower the heat to a simmer and cook the sauce for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add 4 ounces diced green chiles, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon hot sauce, 1 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon salt. Stir well to combine and then remove from heat to keep warm.

Cook the Ground Beef

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown 2 pounds of ground beef for 7–8 minutes, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks. Season the beef with 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon black pepper. Continue cooking until no pink remains, then drain any excess grease.

Prepare Potatoes

Wash, peel, and thinly slice the russet potatoes into approximately 1/4 inch slices. Arrange the slices evenly on the bottom of the greased baking dish to form a uniform layer.

Assemble the Casserole

Spread the cooked ground beef evenly over the potato layer. Pour the prepared creamy sauce over the beef layer, ensuring an even coverage. Sprinkle 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top.

Bake

Cover the baking dish loosely with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes. After 50 minutes, remove the foil and bake an additional 10 minutes uncovered to allow the top to become golden brown and bubbly.

Serve

Make sure the potatoes are tender by testing with a fork. Serve the casserole hot as a comforting main meal.

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