Description
This comforting Slow Cooker Ground Beef and Potatoes recipe layers tender sliced russet potatoes with savory browned ground beef, creamy mushroom soup, evaporated milk, ranch seasoning, and melted cheddar cheese. Cooked low and slow in a crockpot, this hearty casserole makes for an easy, satisfying meal perfect for family dinners with minimal hands-on time.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 6–8 small russet potatoes, peeled and sliced
Meat
- 2 pounds ground beef, browned and drained
Sauce
- 2 (10.5 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup (undiluted)
- 12 ounce can evaporated milk
- 1 ounce packet ranch mix
Cheese
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Prepare Crock Pot: Spray the crock pot with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Brown the Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, then drain excess fat to avoid greasiness in the casserole.
- Make the Sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the undiluted cream of mushroom soup, evaporated milk, and ranch seasoning packet until smooth and well combined.
- Prepare Potatoes: Peel and slice the small russet potatoes thinly for even cooking and layering.
- Layer Ingredients: Ladle a small amount of the sauce to coat the bottom of the crock pot. Layer sliced potatoes evenly over the sauce, then sprinkle half the browned ground beef, some sauce, and shredded cheddar cheese. Repeat the layers, finishing with a generous layer of cheddar cheese on top. Cover with the crock pot lid.
- Cook: Cook on low heat for 5-6 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the potatoes are soft and tender.
- Rest and Serve: Turn off the slow cooker and let the casserole rest for about 10 minutes to allow it to thicken slightly before serving. Enjoy your creamy, cheesy slow cooker casserole!
Notes
- Make sure to brown and drain the ground beef well to reduce excess fat in the final dish.
- The potatoes should be sliced thin enough to cook through in the slow cooker time.
- Do not dilute the cream of mushroom soup; use it directly from the can for best consistency.
- Letting the casserole rest after cooking helps the sauce thicken and improves texture.
- You can substitute cheddar cheese with your favorite melting cheese if desired.
Keywords: slow cooker ground beef recipe, slow cooker potatoes and beef, easy crockpot casserole, ground beef dinner, creamy mushroom casserole