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!
Taco Slow Cooker Hashbrown Casserole
Description
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!
Ingredients
Instructions
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In a skillet, brown the ground beef, breaking it into crumbs as it cooks. Add the garlic toward the end of the cooking time.
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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.
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Cover and cook on Low for 4 to 4-1/2 hours or on High for 2 to 2-1/2 hours. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
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.
Notes
- 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.
