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Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole

Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole

Cowboy Casserole is a rustic, filling dish that brings together tender potatoes, seasoned ground beef, beans, and a creamy, cheesy sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika optional
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 4 medium russet potatoes sliced into thin rounds
  • 1 15 oz can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 15 oz can kidney beans or black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 10.5 oz can cream of mushroom soup
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup beef broth or water
  • cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley or green onions for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Cook the Beef:
  • In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned (about 5–7 minutes). Drain excess grease if needed. Add the diced onion and cook for another 3 minutes until soft. Stir in the garlic, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and Worcestershire sauce. Cook for another minute, then remove from heat.
  • Prepare the Slow Cooker:
  • Lightly grease the inside of a 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray or butter.
  • Layer the Ingredients:
  • Place half of the sliced potatoes evenly on the bottom.
  • Add half of the cooked beef mixture.
  • Sprinkle half of the drained beans over the beef.
  • Pour half of the diced tomatoes (with juices) over the top.
  • Repeat the layers with the remaining potatoes, beef, beans, and tomatoes.
  • Mix the Sauce:
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and beef broth. Pour this mixture evenly over the layers in the slow cooker.
  • Cook the Casserole:
  • Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until the potatoes are tender.
  • Add the Cheese:
  • About 20 minutes before serving, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top. Cover and let it melt into the casserole.
  • Serve & Enjoy:
  • Once the cheese is melted and bubbly, garnish with chopped parsley or green onions. Serve hot with a side of cornbread or a simple green salad.
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