Description
This comforting Crockpot Hobo Casserole is a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights. Layers of thinly sliced potatoes, seasoned ground beef, mixed vegetables, and a creamy sauce come together in the slow cooker for a satisfying meal the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Ground Beef Mixture:
- 1 ½ lbs ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ cup crispy bacon bits
Layering:
- 4 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
Sauce:
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup milk or beef broth
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Peel and thinly slice the potatoes. Finely chop the onion. Pre-cook ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned, then drain excess grease.
- Layer the Ingredients in the Slow Cooker: Grease the slow cooker with cooking spray or a liner. Add a layer of sliced potatoes at the bottom. Sprinkle half the onions and half the ground beef over the potatoes. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, mix together cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, milk (or broth), Worcestershire sauce, and paprika. Stir until smooth and pour evenly over the casserole layers.
- Cook the Casserole: Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or on HIGH for 4 hours until the potatoes are tender.
- Add the Cheese: In the last 30 minutes of cooking, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top. Cover and let the cheese melt before serving.
- Serve & Enjoy: Scoop onto plates or bowls and garnish with fresh parsley or green onions. Serve with a side of bread, coleslaw, or roasted vegetables.
Notes
- This dish can be customized with your favorite vegetables or cheese.
- For a time-saving option, use pre-sliced potatoes and pre-cooked bacon.
- Ensure the potatoes are evenly sliced for even cooking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours on LOW or 4 hours on HIGH
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Crockpot, Slow Cooker, Casserole, Ground Beef, Comfort Food
