Hobo Casserole Ground Beef Recipe Easy
This easy Hobo Casserole is a comforting one-dish meal made with ground beef, vegetables, and a delicious sauce, all baked together for a hearty dinner option that the whole family will love.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet
- 1 9x13-inch baking dish
- 1 aluminum foil optional
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 medium bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn, green beans)
- 1 can diced tomatoes 15 oz, undrained.
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup 10.5 oz.
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess grease.
- Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the frozen mixed vegetables, diced tomatoes (with juices), cream of mushroom soup, cooked rice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Top the casserole with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- After 30 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
You can substitute the ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option. Feel free to customize the vegetables based on your preferences. This casserole can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated before baking; just add a few extra minutes to the cooking time if baking from cold.