Crockpot Hamburger Potato Casserole
This easy recipe for Crockpot Hamburger Potato Casserole combines tender potatoes, hearty ground beef, and creamy cheese for a delightful meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef Lean ground beef recommended
- 4-5 medium russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, thinly sliced Each slice about an eighth of an inch thick
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided For topping
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup (10.5 ounces)
- 0.5 cup milk
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- to taste salt and pepper
- for garnish fresh parsley or chives
Instructions
Preparation
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with chopped onion until the meat is browned, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Wash and thinly slice the potatoes.
Layering
- In the slow cooker, layer half the potatoes, followed by half the beef and onion mixture, then some cheddar cheese.
- Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used.
Sauce Preparation
- In a bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the sauce over the layered ingredients in the crockpot.
Cooking
- Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours.
- About 15 minutes before serving, add the remaining cheddar cheese on top and cover again.
Serving
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or chopped chives.
Notes
For best flavor, use high-quality ingredients and consider substituting ground beef with plant-based options or mixing in different cheeses.