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A delicious plate of Crock Pot Cowboy Casserole

Crock Pot Cowboy Casserole

A hearty casserole that's perfect for busy days, packed with flavors and nutrients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Casserole
Cuisine: American
Calories: 540
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 15 ml olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
  • 900 g ground beef
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1.5 tsp kosher salt plus more to taste
  • 450 g yukon gold potatoes (sliced 1/4-inch thick)
  • 3 medium carrots (peeled and sliced into rounds)
  • 60 g tomato paste
  • 410 g diced tomatoes (with juices)
  • 425 g black eyed peas (drained and rinsed)
  • 425 g corn (drained)
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 180 g shredded cheese (optional)

Equipment

  • Crock Pot

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet. Add the ground beef and onion and cook on medium-high heat until browned and the onions are soft. Stir in the garlic and salt and cook until fragrant, 1 minute.
  2. Transfer the mixture to the crock-pot and add the potatoes, carrots, tomato paste, diced tomatoes with juices, black eyed peas, corn, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, and chili powder.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the potatoes and carrots are fork-tender.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Cover the top with shredded cheese, close the lid, and cook on high for 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is melted.

Notes

You can customize this casserole with any vegetables you have on hand or use ground turkey for a lighter option.