Description
Craving a hearty, family-friendly meal that’s easy to prepare and packed with flavor? Look no further than the irresistible Crock-Pot Hamburger Potato Casserole! This comforting dish combines tender sliced potatoes, seasoned ground beef, and a creamy, cheesy sauce – all slow-cooked to perfection in your trusty slow cooker. Get ready to savor the ultimate in comfort food bliss with this delightful Crock-Pot creation!
Ingredients
- 5 small russet potatoes, peeled and sliced
- 2 pound ground beef
- 2 cans (10.5 ounce each) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
1. Brown the Ground Beef: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat and set the beef aside.
2. Prepare the Soup Mixture: In a bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, milk, salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Mix well until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
3. Assemble the Layers: Spray your Crock-Pot with non-stick cooking spray. Layer half of the sliced potatoes at the bottom, followed by half of the ground beef mixture, half of the soup mixture, and 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese. Repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients.
4. Cook in the Crock-Pot: Cover and cook on High for 3-4 hours or on Low for 6-8 hours, until the potatoes are tender and the casserole is bubbling.
5. Serve and Enjoy: Allow the casserole to cool for 10-15 minutes before serving. Dig in and savor the comforting flavors of this delightful Crock-Pot creation!
Notes
To ensure your Crock-Pot Hamburger Potato Casserole turns out perfectly every time, consider these helpful tips:
1. Ensure Even Cooking: Slice the potatoes evenly to promote consistent cooking throughout the casserole.
2. Adjust Seasonings to Taste: Feel free to tweak the seasoning amounts to suit your personal preferences, adding more or less of any spice to your liking.
3. Choose the Right Potatoes: Russet potatoes work best in this casserole, as they hold their shape and become beautifully tender during the slow cooking process.
4. Properly Store Leftovers: Any leftover Crock-Pot Hamburger Potato Casserole can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 35 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 milligrams