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Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole

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  • Author: clara
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours (low) or 3 hours (high)
  • Total Time: 6-7 hours
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole is a hearty, flavorful dish packed with ground beef, potatoes, beans, and cheese. It’s the ultimate comfort food and perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy family meal. Let your slow cooker do all the work for this crowd-pleasing casserole!

Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cups (450 g) frozen diced hash brown potatoes or fresh potatoes, cubed
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 can (10.5 oz / 300 g) condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk
  • 1 cup (120 g) shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup (30 g) chopped green onions or parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook the beef and onions:
    • In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and onion until the beef is browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess fat and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Prepare the slow cooker:
    • Lightly grease the inside of your slow cooker with cooking spray or butter.
  3. Layer the ingredients:
    • Spread the potatoes evenly at the bottom of the slow cooker.
    • Add the browned ground beef and onions on top of the potatoes.
    • Layer the kidney beans and diced tomatoes over the beef.
  4. Mix the sauce:
    • In a bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and half of the shredded cheese. Pour the mixture evenly over the layers in the slow cooker.
  5. Cook the casserole:
    • Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the potatoes are tender and the casserole is bubbling.
  6. Add the cheese topping:
    • About 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese over the casserole. Cover and let the cheese melt.
  7. Serve:
    • Garnish with chopped green onions or parsley, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

  • Potato alternatives: Use fresh diced potatoes, tater tots, or sweet potatoes for variety.
  • Beans: Substitute kidney beans with black beans or pinto beans for a different flavor profile.
  • Storage: Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven.

Find it online: https://recipe.ukfinda.com/slow-cooker-cowboy-casserole/