Crockpot Hamburger Potato Casserole

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This Crockpot Hamburger Potato Casserole is one of those easy, hearty meals everyone loves. It’s made with simple ingredients like ground beef, sliced potatoes, mushroom soup, and cheese-stuff most of us already have in the kitchen. It’s cozy, filling, and perfect for busy nights when you want something warm and comforting with little effort.

Yield: 10 servings
Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes (including prep)
Cuisine: American
Course: Main Course

Ingredients

• 5 small russet potatoes, peeled and sliced evenly
• 2 lbs lean ground beef, browned and drained
• 2 cans (10.5 oz each) cream of mushroom soup (or use cream of chicken if you prefer)
• 1 cup whole milk (or whatever milk you like)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or any cheese you enjoy)
• Non-stick cooking spray
• Optional toppings: sour cream, sliced green onions

Instructions

1. Cook the beef: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned. Drain the grease and set aside.
2. Slice the potatoes: Peel and slice the potatoes thin and even. This helps them cook evenly. A mandoline makes it quicker if you have one.
3. Make the soup mix: In a bowl, stir together the cream of mushroom soup, milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder (if using).
4. Layer it up: Spray your crockpot with non-stick spray. Layer sliced potatoes on the bottom, then some ground beef, a bit of the soup mix, and a sprinkle of cheese. Keep layering until you use everything. Finish with cheese on top.
5. Cook: Cover and cook on high for 3 to 4 hours, or until the potatoes are soft.
6. Let it sit: Turn off the crockpot and let it sit for about 10 minutes to thicken a little before serving.
7. Serve: Cut into portions and serve with your favorite veggie. Top with sour cream and green onions if you like.

Equipment

• Slow cooker

Tips & Swaps:

• Use ground turkey instead of beef for a lighter version.
• Try other cheeses like mozzarella or pepper jack.
• Want a different flavor? Use cream of chicken or celery soup.
• For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free soup and cheese.

Nutrition Info (per serving):

• Calories: 279
• Carbs: 17g
• Protein: 17g
• Fat: 15g
• Saturated Fat: 6g
• Cholesterol: 50mg
• Sodium: 589mg
• Potassium: 684mg
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 1g
• Calcium: 155mg
• Iron: 4.8mg

Note: Nutrition info is estimated and can vary based on the exact ingredients you use.