Instant Pot/Slow Cooker Hobo Casserole

Instant Pot/Slow Cooker Hobo Casserole

Like hobo dinners you make when you are camping but way faster and in a the form of a family-style casserole. The ultimate comfort food!

Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 cup diced onions
  • ¾ tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 4 medium carrots

    peeled and cut into chunks, or baby carrots

  • 1 pound Russet potatoes

    peeled and cut into 1 inch cubes

  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup

    10.5 oz

Directions

  1. 1

    Turn Instant Pot to saute setting. When display says HOT add in the beef and break it up. Add in the onions. Brown for about 5 minutes. If there is excess grease drain it off. Add in the salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder and chili powder. 

  2. 2

    Heat a pan over medium high heat. Add in the beef  and break it up. Add in the onions. Brown for about 5 minutes. If there is excess grease drain it off. Add in the salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder and chili powder. Add the mixture to the slow cooker.

Instant Pot/Slow Cooker Hobo Casserole

Instant Pot/Slow Cooker Hobo Casserole

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About this Recipe

Craving the heartwarming nostalgia of a hobo dinner but without the campfire fuss or long cooking times? This Instant Pot/Slow Cooker Hobo Casserole brings all that ultimate comfort food goodness to your table, fast.

What sets this recipe apart is its ingenious use of either an Instant Pot or slow cooker, transforming a classic rustic meal into a speedy, family-style casserole. It delivers tender, savory ground beef and perfectly cooked vegetables, making weeknight dinners effortless and deeply satisfying. This streamlined approach means you get that beloved hobo dinner flavor profile with minimal effort, making it a true kitchen hero.

Prepare for a truly comforting experience with every spoonful of this hearty casserole. You'll find tender chunks of beef, infused with a robust blend of onion, garlic, chili powder, and black pepper, all mingling with soft, sweet carrots and creamy Russet potatoes. The rich, savory broth and cream of mushroom soup create a wonderfully cohesive sauce that coats every ingredient, ensuring a flavorful bite each time. It’s a dish that evokes cozy evenings and satisfying meals, perfect for chasing away the chill.

Feel free to adapt this hobo casserole to your pantry and preferences. You could easily swap the ground beef for ground turkey or a savory Italian sausage. For vegetables, consider adding diced celery, bell peppers, or even a can of drained corn or green beans towards the end of cooking. If cream of mushroom soup isn't your favorite, cream of chicken or cream of celery soup are excellent alternatives that maintain the creamy texture.

This Instant Pot/Slow Cooker Hobo Casserole is the quintessential family dinner, ideal for busy weeknights or a comforting weekend meal. Serve it simply in a bowl, perhaps with a sprinkle of fresh parsley if you're feeling fancy, for a complete and satisfying meal that needs no accompaniment.

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