Easy Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole (Printer-Friendly Version)

# What You'll Need:

→ Meat and Vegetables

01 - 1 pound ground beef
02 - 1 medium onion, chopped
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 4 cups sliced potatoes (about 1.5 pounds)
05 - 1 cup frozen corn

→ Sauce and Beans

06 - 1 can (10.75 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
07 - ½ cup milk
08 - 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
09 - 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies

→ Seasonings and Toppings

10 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
11 - ½ teaspoon salt
12 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
13 - 1 cup shredded cheese

# Let's Cook!:

01 - Cook ground beef with onion and garlic in skillet over medium heat until meat is browned and onions are soft. Drain excess fat.
02 - Transfer beef mixture to slow cooker. Add cream of mushroom soup, milk, kidney beans, tomatoes, corn, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
03 - Add sliced potatoes, ensuring they're well coated with the beef and bean mixture.
04 - Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
05 - Sprinkle cheese on top during last 20 minutes of cooking. Let melt before serving.

# Cook's Notes:

01 - Can be prepped night before
02 - Different cream soups can be substituted
03 - Additional vegetables can be added