Description
This Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole is a hearty blend of seasoned ground beef, tender beans, and sweet corn, all enveloped in a savory tomato sauce. It’s a comforting dish that brings back memories of family meals and cozy kitchens.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1 can black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (or fresh veggies)
- 3 cups diced potatoes (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by browning the ground beef and chopped onion in a skillet over medium heat. This should take about 6-8 minutes. Cook until the beef is no longer pink and the onions are translucent. Make sure to stir frequently to avoid burning the meat.
- Once browned, drain any excess fat from the skillet. This step is crucial to avoid a greasy casserole, so be thorough.
- Transfer the cooked beef and onion mixture into the slow cooker. Ensure that you scrape the bottom of the skillet to get all those flavorful bits into the casserole.
- Add in the drained black beans, diced tomatoes (including the juice), frozen mixed vegetables, and diced potatoes. Give it a good stir to combine everything evenly.
- Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the mixture, along with salt and pepper to taste. Mix again until the seasoning is well distributed.
- Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. Check for doneness by ensuring the potatoes are fork-tender.
- About 30 minutes before serving, sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top. Cover again to allow the cheese to melt into a gooey, delicious layer.
- Once done, serve the casserole warm. Enjoy the comforting aroma and the satisfying textures of this hearty dish!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: For a creamier casserole, add a can of cream of mushroom soup or a splash of heavy cream before cooking. You can also substitute ground beef with ground turkey or use more beans for a vegetarian option.