Introduction
A warm, hearty casserole is undeniably comforting—especially if it stays in the slow cooker all day. Imagine how relieving it would feel to come home from work at night only to have a savory aroma of ground beef mixed with potatoes and mushrooms as one dish. This classic family favourite combines the taste of burger and fries into one plate—slow cooker hamburger potato casserole.
Ingredients for Slow Cooker Hamburger Potato Casserole
First, let us have all the ingredients we will need for this friendly and heartening dish.
Picking the right hamburger meat
Selecting meat suitably is very important. This casserole is made with ground beef, so choose a lean variety containing about 10-15% fat because you want it to be flavorful without being greasy.
Best Potatoes for the Casserole
The best type of potato to use in this recipe are russets. Their starchy nature holds up well over long cooking periods, they absorb flavors perfectly and yet still stay intact.
Improving your Casserole with Extra Ingredients
Onions, sliced garlic cloves, peas or bell pepper and cheese are some of the extra ingredients you may want to add. These will bring additional tastes as well as flavors into your dish.
A Step-by-Step Preparation Guide
Cooking and Seasoning the Hamburger
The first step should be browning the hamburger in a skillet. Salt, pepper and garlic powder should be used to season it as this is critical in order to lay down base flavor for your casserole.
Slicing and Parboiling the Potatoes
Peel the potatoes before slicing them into rounds that are almost equal-sized. Parboil them in salted water for approximately 5 minutes so that they cook through properly when slow cooked.
Using Layering Techniques for Maximum Flavor
Additional Solutions for a More Palatable Casserole
First, put potato at the bottom of your slow cooker then add browned meat and onions or whatever you like. Continue with these layers until all ingredients are exhausted, ending up with potato on top.
