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Slow Cooker Beef and Potatoes

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  • Author: Sue
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 4 hours 45 minutes
  • Yield: 16 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Halal

Description

A hearty slow cooker casserole layered with seasoned ground beef, golden potato slices, and melted Colby-Jack cheese—easy to prepare and perfect for feeding a crowd.


Ingredients

  • lb lean ground beef
  • 1 cup diced yellow onion
  • 1 cup unsalted beef broth
  • 2 oz dry onion soup mix
  • 1 (10 oz) can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 5 lb golden potatoes, sliced ⅛–¼-inch thick
  • 16 oz Colby-Jack cheese, shredded

Instructions

  1. Brown ground beef and diced onion in a skillet over medium-high heat until meat is no longer pink and onions are tender. Drain excess fat and set aside.
  2. Whisk together beef broth, dry onion soup mix, cream of mushroom soup, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  3. Spray a 6-quart slow cooker insert with nonstick spray.
  4. Layer one-third of the potato slices evenly on the bottom of the slow cooker.
  5. Top with one-third of the browned beef mixture.
  6. Pour one-third of the liquid mixture over the beef, then sprinkle with one-third of the shredded cheese.
  7. Repeat the layering process two more times, finishing with cheese on top.
  8. Cover and cook on High for about 4½ hours, or until the potatoes are fork-tender. If needed, continue cooking for up to an additional 30 minutes. Do not remove the lid during cooking.

Notes

  • Use russet or white potatoes (peeled) as a substitute for golden potatoes.
  • Try different cheeses like sharp cheddar or pepper-jack for variety.
  • Ground turkey or chicken can be used for a lighter version.
  • Sautéed vegetables like bell peppers or carrots can be added for extra nutrition.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/16th of recipe
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 610mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg