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Crock Pot Cowboy Casserole

Crock Pot Cowboy Casserole: Hearty Comfort Food Delight

Indulge in the comforting warmth of Crock Pot Cowboy Casserole, a family-friendly dish featuring ground sausage, potatoes, and gooey cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 piece Onion Chopped; yellow or white for best results
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh is preferable
  • 1 pound Ground Pork (or Sausage) Can substitute with ground beef
  • 4 cups Potatoes Chopped; leave skin on for added nutrients
  • 1 can Red Kidney Beans Drained and rinsed
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes (with green chilis) Substitute with homemade stewed tomatoes if available
For Cooking
  • 1 cup Water Adjust based on desired casserole thickness
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Can substitute with a blend of your favorite cheeses

Equipment

  • Crock Pot
  • Skillet
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Chop one onion into small pieces and mince three cloves of garlic. Set aside for layering later.
  2. In a skillet, cook one pound of ground sausage or ground pork until browned, about 8-10 minutes. Drain excess fat and transfer to the crock pot.
  3. Layer chopped potatoes, seasoned onions and garlic, cooked sausage, drained red kidney beans, and diced tomatoes in the crock pot.
  4. Pour one cup of water over the layered ingredients. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours.
  6. In the last 15 minutes, sprinkle one cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top and cover again until melted.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Prep vegetables and brown sausage the night before for easier assembly. Customize protein and veggies as desired.

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