Description

A hearty, one-pot meal featuring seasoned ground beef, tender vegetables, and a creamy mushroom sauce, all topped with melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for cozy dinners and easy to prepare in a slow cooker.

Ingredients

For the Base:

1 pound ground beef
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper

For the Vegetables:

1 cup carrots, sliced
1 cup potatoes, diced
1 cup corn kernels
1 cup green beans, chopped

For the Sauce:

1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

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Instructions

Prepare the Base:
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.
- Transfer the beef mixture to a slow cooker.
Layer the Ingredients:
- Add the sliced carrots, diced potatoes, corn kernels, and chopped green beans to the slow cooker.
- Stir in the cream of mushroom soup, dried thyme, and dried parsley. Mix gently to combine.
Slow Cook:
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours, or until the vegetables are tender.
Finish with Cheese:
- About 30 minutes before serving, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the casserole. Cover and let the cheese melt.
- Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to settle.

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute ground turkey for ground beef.

Feel free to add or substitute other vegetables like peas or bell peppers.

Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 6-8 hours (slow cooker)
Category: Main Dish
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American