Taco Slow Cooker Hashbrown Casserole
It's the day before I return to my college courses for another semester, so there's a lot going on - making sure I can log into my classes, checking all my books and supplies, reviewing the syllabus for each class, and psyching myself up for another run through a new school year. The last thing I really wanted to spend a lot of time worrying about was dinner. I found this dish that has only six ingredients and uses a "set it and forget it" slow cooker... perfect!
I'll tell you now that while this has a good flavor it does come out a little dry to my tastes. Put some salsa and sour cream on the side, and that should take care of it :)
Adapted from Recipes That Crock!
Quick and easy to make with only 6 ingredients in a slow cooker. Great for those days when you don't have time to hover over a stove.
Adapted from Recipes That Crock!
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 envelope taco seasoning (1 oz.)
- 1 bag frozen shredded hashbrowns (30 oz.)
- 1 can cheddar cheese soup (10.75 oz.)
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese (divided)
In a skillet, brown the ground beef, breaking it into crumbs as it cooks. Add the garlic toward the end of the cooking time.
In a large bowl combine cooked beef, taco seasoning, hashbrowns, soup, and 1 cup of cheese. Mix until well blended. Pour mixture into a lightly greased 6-quart slow cooker and spread evenly across the bottom. Top with remaining cheese.
Cover and cook on Low for 4 to 4-1/2 hours or on High for 2 to 2-1/2 hours. Serve immediately.
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 452kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20g31%
- Saturated Fat 11g56%
- Cholesterol 99mg33%
- Sodium 921mg39%
- Potassium 363mg11%
- Total Carbohydrate 33g11%
- Dietary Fiber 4g16%
- Protein 33g66%
- Calcium 19 mg
- Iron 22 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
- Note: this dish may be somewhat dry at the end of cooking. One suggestion is to serve it with salsa and/or sour cream on the side.
- Use whatever taco seasoning is preferred - Mild, Regular, or Hot
- If using an oven-safe crock and if desired, place the crock in the oven set to Broil for about 90 seconds to brown the cheese on top.