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Crockpot Hamburger Potato Casserole

A comforting and delicious casserole made with layers of ground beef, potatoes, and gooey cheese, all cooked in a slow cooker.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef (lean or regular) 1 lb (450 g)
  • 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, 200 g
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup (10.5 oz / 300 g)
  • 1/2 cup milk (120 ml)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley or chopped chives (for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onion until the beef is browned and no pink remains, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Wash and thinly slice the potatoes evenly, ensuring they are about 1/8 inch thick.
  3. In the crockpot, layer half of the sliced potatoes at the bottom, followed by half of the cooked beef and onion mixture, and a portion of the shredded cheddar cheese. Repeat these layers with the remaining potatoes, beef mixture, and some additional cheese.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth. Pour this evenly over the layered ingredients in the crockpot.
Cooking
  1. Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or until the potatoes are tender and the cheese has melted.
  2. About 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese on top and cover again.
Serving
  1. Garnish the casserole with fresh parsley or chopped chives before serving.

Notes

Feel free to experiment with different types of potatoes, such as red or sweet potatoes. You can add veggies like sliced bell peppers or peas for extra nutrition and color. Consider using different cheeses like Monterey Jack or Gouda for a unique flavor.