Description
This cheesy, hearty casserole is loaded with tender potatoes, savory beef, peppers, onions, and melted cheese—all slow cooked to perfection. Comfort food made easy!
Ingredients
Potato Mixture:
1½ pounds russet potatoes, peeled and diced
Meat & Vegetable Mixture:
1 pound ground beef or shaved steak
1 medium onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
Additional Ingredients:
2 cups shredded cheddar or provolone cheese
½ cup beef broth
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon paprika
Cooking spray or butter (for greasing)
Instructions
Grease the Crockpot:
Lightly coat the inside of your slow cooker with cooking spray or butter.
Cook Meat and Vegetables:
In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or steak.
Add diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Cook until softened.
Combine Mixtures:
In a large bowl, mix the cooked meat and veggies with the diced potatoes, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and paprika.
Layer in Crockpot:
Add half the mixture to the Crockpot, sprinkle with 1 cup of cheese.
Add the remaining mixture and top with the remaining 1 cup of cheese.
Cook:
Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until potatoes are fork-tender and cheese is melted.
Serve:
Spoon into bowls and serve warm. Garnish with extra cheese or herbs if desired.
Notes
Add sliced mushrooms for extra umami flavor.
Try pepper jack cheese for a spicy twist.
You can substitute with frozen diced potatoes to save time.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (low) or 3 hours (high)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
