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Easy Hobo Casserole Ground Beef: The Ultimate No-Fuss Dinner

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Easy hobo casserole ground beef is the perfect one-dish comfort food—rich, cheesy, and topped with crispy tater tots. Ready in under 45 minutes.

  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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1 lb ground beef

1 small yellow onion, diced

1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup

1 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp black pepper

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

2 cups frozen tater tots

Optional: Worcestershire sauce, diced bell peppers, green chilies

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.

2. In a skillet, brown ground beef with onion until fully cooked.

3. Drain grease, then stir in soup, garlic powder, and pepper.

4. Spread mixture in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.

5. Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the beef mixture.

6. Top with frozen tater tots in a single layer.

7. Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes or until tots are golden and cheese is bubbling.

8. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Make ahead: Prepare and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Reheat: Use oven or air fryer to keep the top crispy.

Freezer-friendly: Wrap individual portions and freeze up to 2 months.

  • Author: Chef Layla
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 portion
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 710mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 21g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg