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Easy Hobo Casserole Ground Beef

This hearty and comforting Hobo Casserole combines browned ground beef, pre-cooked vegetables, and a creamy mushroom sauce, all baked to bubbly perfection. The addition of Worcestershire sauce and thyme elevates the flavor profile of this simple, yet satisfying dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Ground Beef 80/20
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 cup Carrots, diced
  • 1 cup Celery, diced
  • 1 cup Potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1/2 cup Milk
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 tsp Dried Thyme
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1/2 cup Frozen Peas optional
  • Shredded Cheddar Cheese or Crushed Potato Chips optional topping

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Large bowl
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • knife
  • Cutting board
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Add the chopped onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add the diced carrots, celery, and potatoes to the skillet. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. This pre-cooks the vegetables slightly.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the condensed cream of mushroom soup, milk, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  6. Add the cooked ground beef and vegetable mixture to the bowl with the soup mixture. Stir to combine. If using frozen peas, stir them in now.
  7. Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  8. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the vegetables are tender.
  9. During the last 5 minutes of baking, sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese or crushed potato chips, if desired.
  10. Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Browning the ground beef is essential for developing deep, savory flavor. Pre-cooking denser vegetables like carrots and potatoes controls moisture and ensures even cooking. Cream of mushroom soup provides a good balance of flavor and texture. Worcestershire sauce adds a subtle but essential depth of flavor. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the vegetable mixture. You can substitute the cream of mushroom soup with cream of celery or cream of chicken soup for a different flavor profile.