Description
Crockpot Hobo Casserole is a hearty, dump-and-go comfort food classic packed with ground beef, tender potatoes, carrots, peppers, and melty cheddar cheese. This slow cooker casserole is perfect for busy weeknights and delivers all the cozy flavors of a home-cooked meal with minimal effort.
Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef
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1 small onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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3-4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
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2 carrots, sliced
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1 green bell pepper, chopped
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1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1/2 tsp paprika
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Optional: chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
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In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with diced onion and garlic until fully cooked. Drain excess grease.
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Add cooked beef mixture to the bottom of the crockpot.
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Layer potatoes, carrots, and green bell pepper over the beef.
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Pour undrained diced tomatoes over the top.
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Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and paprika.
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Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until vegetables are tender.
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In the last 15–30 minutes of cooking, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top and allow it to melt.
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Garnish with chopped green onions before serving, if desired
Notes
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You can swap ground beef for ground turkey or sausage for a different flavor.
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Add a can of corn or green beans for extra veggies.
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This dish is great served with a side of cornbread or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Slow Cooker
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
