Creating the Hobo Casserole is a breeze when you follow these easy steps:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Brown the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it’s browned. Drain any excess fat.
3. Add Onion and Garlic: Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet, sautéing until the onion is translucent.
4. Stir in Other Ingredients: Stir in diced tomatoes (with juice), mixed vegetables, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste. Mix thoroughly.
5. Layer with Potatoes: In a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, layer the thinly sliced potatoes evenly over the beef mixture.
6. Cover with Foil: Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes.
7. Add Cheese: After 40 minutes, remove the foil, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top, and return to the oven uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Cool Slightly: Once done, remove from the oven and allow it to cool for about 5-10 minutes before serving.

Each step builds upon the previous one, resulting in a dish bursting with flavor and aroma.