Description
A rich and cozy casserole featuring tender potatoes, seasoned ground beef, and melty cheddar cheese cooked effortlessly in a slow cooker.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (lean or regular)
- 4–5 medium russet or Yukon gold potatoes, thinly sliced (about 1/8 inch thick)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (sharp or mild), divided
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley or chopped chives, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the ground beef and chopped onion in a skillet over medium heat until the beef is browned and no pink remains, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Wash and thinly slice the potatoes evenly (about 1/8 inch thick).
- In the crockpot, layer half the potatoes, followed by half the cooked beef and onion mixture, then a portion of shredded cheddar cheese. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
- Whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth. Pour evenly over the layered ingredients.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or until the potatoes are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- About 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle remaining shredded cheddar cheese on top and cover again to melt. Garnish with fresh parsley or chives before serving.
Notes
Use either russet or Yukon gold potatoes, and adjust cheese and seasonings according to your family’s preferences. This dish is make-ahead friendly and reheats well.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 420 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: casserole, slow cooker, comfort food, hamburger, potatoes, cheese