Description
A hearty and comforting casserole combining ground beef, potatoes, and creamy cheddar cheese, perfect for family gatherings and potlucks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds ground beef
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 pounds frozen diced potatoes
- 1 can (15-ounce) whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 can (10-ounce) Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
- 1 can (10.75-ounce) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup beef broth or milk
- 1 teaspoon dried paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
- 1/2 cup crispy fried onions or crumbled bacon (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until softened.
- In the slow cooker, combine the ground beef mixture, frozen diced potatoes, corn, and the entire can of Rotel tomatoes.
- Pour in the cream of mushroom soup and beef broth or milk. Mix well.
- Add the paprika, parsley flakes, chili powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Stir again to combine.
- Cook on low for about 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until potatoes are tender.
- Before serving, sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese on top, allowing it to melt. Add the remaining cheese just before serving for an extra cheesy layer.
- Top with crispy fried onions or crumbled bacon if desired.
Notes
Consider using seasoned hash browns for added flavor. Adjust cooking time as needed based on ingredient freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: casserole, slow cooker, comfort food, beef, potatoes
