Description
This Slow Cooker Ground Beef and Potatoes recipe is a comforting, hearty casserole perfect for an easy weeknight meal. Layers of tender sliced russet potatoes, seasoned ground beef, creamy mushroom sauce, and melted cheddar cheese cook slowly to create a rich, flavorful dish with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 6–8 small russet potatoes, peeled and sliced
Meat
- 2 pounds ground beef, browned and drained
Sauce
- 2 (10.5 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
- 12 ounce can evaporated milk
- 1 ounce packet ranch mix
Cheese
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Prepare Crock Pot: Spray the crock pot with non-stick spray to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
- Brown Ground Beef: Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked, then drain excess fat thoroughly.
- Mix Sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, evaporated milk, and ranch mix until smooth and well combined.
- Prepare Potatoes: Peel and slice the russet potatoes into even slices to ensure uniform cooking.
- Layer Ingredients: Spoon a ladleful of the sauce mixture into the bottom of the crock pot. Then layer sliced potatoes, browned beef, the remaining sauce, and shredded cheddar cheese. Repeat layering until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of cheddar cheese on top. Cover with the lid.
- Cook: Cook on low heat for 5-6 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours, or until the potatoes are tender and cooked through.
- Rest and Serve: Turn off the crock pot and let the casserole rest for 10 minutes to thicken. Serve warm and enjoy your hearty slow cooker casserole.
Notes
- Make sure to brown and drain the ground beef well to reduce excess grease in the dish.
- Do not dilute the cream of mushroom soup; use it undiluted for the right consistency.
- If russet potatoes are not available, yellow Yukon Gold potatoes can be a substitute but cooking time may vary slightly.
- For a sharper flavor, use extra sharp cheddar cheese.
- Letting the casserole rest after cooking helps it set and makes serving easier.
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