Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole
This hearty, rustic casserole is cooked entirely in the slow cooker, featuring seasoned ground beef, potatoes, beans, and corn in a savory tomato sauce.
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Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole
Ingredients:
| INGREDIENTS | AMOUNT |
| Ground beef | 1 pound |
| Potatoes chopped (Russet or Yukon Gold) | 4 cups |
| Kidney beans, drained and rinsed | 1 can (15 ounces) |
| Corn, drained | 1 can (15 ounces) |
| Tomato sauce | 1 can (15 ounces) |
| Garlic powder | 1 teaspoon |
| Onion powder | 1 teaspoon |
| Smoked paprika | 1 teaspoon |
| Salt | 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) |
| Black pepper | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Shredded cheese | 1 cup (optional, for topping) |
| Sour cream and chopped chives | Optional (for garnish) |
How To Make Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole:
Prep the Ingredients
Step 1: Brown the Ground Beef: Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the 1 pound ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
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Step 2: Chop the Potatoes: Cut the 4 cups of potatoes into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
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Layer the Ingredients
Step 3: Layer in Slow Cooker:
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Place the chopped potatoes at the bottom of the slow cooker.
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Add a layer of browned ground beef.
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Sprinkle on the 1 can kidney beans and 1 can corn.
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Pour the 1 can tomato sauce over the top and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
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Repeat the layers if needed, ensuring the ingredients are evenly distributed.
Cook the Casserole
Step 4: Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours until the potatoes are tender.
Step 5: Add Cheese and Finish: In the last 30 minutes of cooking, sprinkle 1 cup shredded cheese (optional) on top and let it melt. Garnish with sour cream and chopped chives (optional) before serving.
