Cowboy Casserole (Print-Friendly Version)
Comforting slow cooker mix of ground beef, beans, veggies, potatoes, and melted cheese.
# Ingredients List:
→ Meats
01 -
1 lb ground beef
→ Veggies and Beans
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600 g sliced potatoes
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1 medium chopped onion
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3 minced garlic cloves
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150 g frozen corn
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425 g drained kidney beans
07 -
411 g canned diced tomatoes with green chilies
→ Dairy & Soup
08 -
1 can (305 g) cream of mushroom soup
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120 ml milk
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100 g shredded cheese like cheddar or what you like
→ Spices
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
# Detailed Cooking Steps:
01 -
About 20 minutes before it’s done, sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly on top and let it melt while it finishes cooking.
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Put the lid on and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours. Choose the time that fits your day.
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Spread the sliced potatoes over everything, making sure they’re covered well by the meat and bean mix.
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Move the cooked meat mixture to the slow cooker. Add the milk, cream of mushroom soup, kidney beans, canned tomatoes with chilies, frozen corn, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until it’s all mixed well.
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Cook the ground beef with the chopped onion and minced garlic in a pan over medium heat until the meat is browned and onions are soft. Drain the extra fat.
# Helpful Hints:
01 -
If you like things hotter, try adding cayenne pepper or grab a spicier can of diced tomatoes with chilies.
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Swap the ground beef for turkey or chicken if you want something leaner.
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Feel free to pick any cheese you enjoy for the topping to change up the flavor.