Alright, let’s talk about this here slow cooker hobo casserole. I ain’t no fancy cook, mind you, but even I can throw this together. It’s the kind of dish you make when you got a whole bunch of hungry mouths to feed and you don’t wanna spend all day in the kitchen. Plus, it’s cheap, real cheap, and that’s always a good thing, ain’t it?
First off, ya gotta get yourself some ground beef. Now, don’t go buyin’ that fancy stuff. The cheap stuff works just fine. Brown it up in a pan, you know, get all that grease out. Then, chop up some potatoes. I like to use russets, but you can use whatever kind you got on hand. Don’t peel ’em if you don’t want to. Just wash ’em good and chop ’em up into bite-sized pieces. We ain’t makin’ no beauty pageant here.
Next, you need some onions. Chop them up too. And some carrots, if you got ’em. I usually just buy the bag of baby carrots, saves me the trouble of peelin’ and choppin’. Then, get yourself a can of cream of mushroom soup. Or cream of chicken, or whatever kind of creamy soup you like. It all works the same. Pour that soup right over the beef and veggies. And don’t forget the seasonings. Salt, pepper, garlic powder… whatever you got in your spice cabinet.
- Ground beef – browned and drained
- Potatoes – chopped
- Onions – chopped
- Carrots – chopped or baby carrots
- Cream of mushroom soup (or your favorite)
- Seasonings (salt, pepper, garlic powder, etc.)
Now, here’s the secret to makin’ it a real hobo casserole. Add some foil packets. Yep, you heard me right. Foil packets. Take some aluminum foil and make little pouches. In each pouch, put some sliced potatoes, some chopped onions, and a pat of butter. Seal ’em up tight and toss ’em in the slow cooker with the rest of the stuff.
Then, just turn that slow cooker on low and let it cook all day. I usually let it go for about 6-8 hours. You’ll know it’s done when the potatoes are soft and the meat is cooked through. And let me tell you, it smells heavenly while it’s cookin’. Makes your whole house smell like good, down-home cookin’.
When it’s done, just scoop it out onto plates. You can serve it with a side of bread, if you want. But honestly, it’s hearty enough all on its own. This hobo casserole ain’t pretty, but it sure is tasty. And it’ll fill you up good. It’s perfect for a cold day or when you just don’t feel like fussin’ with a fancy meal. It’s simple, it’s cheap, and it’s delicious. What more could you ask for?
I’ve made this for church potlucks, family get-togethers, and just for us on a weeknight. Always gets eaten up, no matter who I’m feedin’. And that’s the best kind of recipe, ain’t it? The kind that everyone loves and that don’t take a whole lot of fuss.
So, there you have it. My slow cooker hobo casserole. Give it a try, and I bet you’ll be makin’ it again and again. It ain’t nothin’ fancy, but it sure is good eatin’. And like I always say, sometimes the simplest things are the best.
And don’t you go worryin’ about messin’ it up. This recipe is so easy, even a blind squirrel could find a nut with it. Just throw everything in the slow cooker and let it do its thing. That’s what I love about slow cookin’. You can just set it and forget it. And you still end up with a delicious, home-cooked meal. So go on, give it a try. You won’t regret it.
And another thing, you can add whatever vegetables you got on hand. Got some green beans? Throw ’em in. Some peas? Toss ’em in too. It’s a great way to use up those veggies that are sittin’ in your fridge. Just make sure you chop ’em up so they cook evenly. And don’t be afraid to experiment. That’s how you come up with the best recipes. You gotta try new things and see what works.
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