Hobo Hash Brown Casserole – Cheesy, Hearty, and Comfort Food Perfection

If you’re craving a cozy, stick-to-your-ribs dinner that’s easy and budget-friendly, this Hobo Hash Brown Casserole is exactly what you need. Made with seasoned ground beef, tender hash browns, creamy sauce, and lots of melted cheese, this classic casserole is perfect for busy weeknights or feeding a hungry family.

It’s warm, filling, and pure comfort food in every bite!

⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• ✔ One-dish meal

• ✔ Budget-friendly ingredients

• ✔ Creamy, cheesy, and satisfying

• ✔ Kid-approved comfort food

• ✔ Great for make-ahead & leftovers

🛒 Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef

• 1 (30 oz) bag frozen hash browns (thawed)

• 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup

• ½ cup milk

• 1 small onion, diced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp paprika

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Optional: chopped parsley for garnish

👨‍🍳 How to Make Hobo Hash Brown Casserole

Step 1: Preheat Oven

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

Step 2: Cook the Beef

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft. Add garlic and ground beef. Cook until browned. Drain excess grease.

Step 3: Mix the Casserole

In a large bowl, combine:

• Cooked beef mixture

• Thawed hash browns

• Cream of mushroom soup

• Milk

• Salt, pepper, and paprika

• 1 cup shredded cheese

Mix until well combined.

Step 4: Assemble

Spread mixture evenly into the baking dish. Top with remaining ½ cup cheese.

Step 5: Bake

Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, until bubbly and golden on top.

Step 6: Serve

Let rest 5 minutes. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

🧀 Tips for the Best Hash Brown Casserole

• Make sure hash browns are fully thawed

• Use sharp cheddar for bold flavor

• Add corn or peas for extra veggies

• Swap beef for ground turkey if desired

🥗 What to Serve With It

• Simple green salad

• Steamed green beans

• Dinner rolls