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Crockpot Hamburger Potato Casserole

A comforting and hearty dish featuring ground beef, tender potatoes, and bubbling cheese, perfect for busy families.
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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
  

Meat and Dairy Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef (lean or regular) Use lean beef for a lower-fat option.
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (sharp or mild), divided Reserve half for topping.
  • 1/2 cup milk
Vegetable Ingredients
  • 4-5 medium russet or Yukon gold potatoes, thinly sliced Slice about 1/8 inch thick for even cooking.
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • Fresh parsley or chopped chives for garnish Optional for serving.
Canned and Spices
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup (10.5 oz) Can substitute with another cream soup variety.
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the ground beef and chopped onion in a skillet over medium heat until the beef is browned and no pink remains, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  2. Wash and thinly slice the potatoes evenly (about 1/8 inch thick) to ensure even cooking without mushiness.
Crockpot Layering
  1. In the crockpot, layer half the potatoes first, then half the cooked beef and onion mixture, followed by a portion of shredded cheddar cheese. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
Add Creaminess
  1. In a bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth. Pour evenly over layered ingredients.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook the casserole on low for 6 to 8 hours, or until the potatoes are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  2. About 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese on top, cover, and let it melt.

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef. You can also use a homemade cream of mushroom soup if preferred. Adjust cooking time if using frozen potatoes.