Old-Fashioned Amish Beef and Potato Casserole
This Old-Fashioned Amish Beef and Potato Casserole is the definition of comfort food. It’s a simple, slow-cooked meal that layers tender ground beef with a creamy sauce and sliced potatoes, all topped with a melted layer of sharp cheddar cheese. This one-pot casserole is perfect for a satisfying family dinner.
Ingredients:
For the Beef Mixture:
| Ingredient: | Quantity |
| 85% lean ground beef | 2 pounds |
| Medium yellow onion, diced | 1 (about 1 cup) |
| Large cloves garlic, minced | 3 |
| Condensed cream of mushroom soup | 1 (10.5 oz) can |
| Whole milk | 1 cup |
| Kosher salt | 1 teaspoon |
| Freshly cracked black pepper | ½ teaspoon |
| Worcestershire sauce | 1 tablespoon |
For the Potato Layers:
| Ingredient: | Quantity |
| Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced | 4 cups (2-3 large) |
| Shredded extra sharp yellow cheddar cheese | 1 ½ cups |
For Cooking:
| Ingredient: | Quantity |
| Olive oil | 1 tablespoon |
| Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) | 2 tablespoons |
Instructions:
- Sauté Aromatics & Brown Beef: In a large skillet, heat the 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add the 1 diced yellow onion and 3 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 2 minutes until softened and fragrant. Add the 2 pounds of ground beef to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon until no pink remains. Drain any excess fat from the beef mixture.
- Combine & Layer in Slow Cooker: Transfer the browned beef mixture to a 6-quart slow cooker. Add the 1 can of condensed cream of mushroom soup, 1 cup whole milk, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce. Stir everything well to combine. Arrange a layer of the 4 cups of thinly sliced potatoes over the beef mixture, overlapping them slightly. Repeat these layers with the remaining beef mixture and potatoes.
- Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker with the lid. Cook on Low for 6-7 hours, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Add Cheese & Finish: During the last 30 minutes of the cooking time, sprinkle the 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Re-cover and continue cooking until the cheese is completely melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Serve the casserole hot, garnished with the 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Enjoy this hearty and simple slow cooker meal!