Description
This Lazy Slow Cooker Hamburger Hash is a comforting, hearty dish perfect for busy days. It features shredded frozen potatoes combined with browned ground beef, sharp cheddar cheese, sour cream, onions, mushroom bouillon, and garlic, all slowly cooked together to create a creamy, flavorful hash that’s perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 30 oz frozen shredded potatoes
- 1.5 – 2 lbs lean ground beef, browned
- 4 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded, divided
- 3 cups sour cream
- ½ cup onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon mushroom bouillon base
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
Instructions
- Brown the Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat and set the beef aside.
- Prepare the Slow Cooker: Add the frozen shredded potatoes, browned ground beef, diced onions, minced garlic, and mushroom bouillon base into the slow cooker.
- Mix Ingredients: Stir in 2 cups of the shredded sharp cheddar cheese evenly throughout the mixture.
- Cook: Cover and cook the mixture on low for 6 to 8 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the potatoes to soften, creating a creamy texture.
- Add Sour Cream and Cheese: About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the sour cream and the remaining 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese. Cover again and cook on low until the cheese is melted and the hash is heated through.
- Serve: Once cooked, give the hash a final stir and serve hot for a satisfying meal.
Notes
- Using frozen shredded potatoes saves prep time and works well in slow cooking.
- Lean ground beef reduces excess fat and keeps the dish healthier.
- Adjust sour cream quantity to your preferred creaminess level.
- You can substitute cheddar cheese with your favorite cheese variety.
- If you prefer a thicker consistency, reduce the slow cooking liquid or cook uncovered for the last 30 minutes.
Keywords: slow cooker hamburger hash, slow cooker dinner, ground beef hash, easy slow cooker recipes, comforting hash recipe