Slow Cooker Hamburger Hash
A warm, comforting, and cheesy one-pot meal made with ground beef, potatoes, and simple pantry staples—perfect for a cozy family dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb 450g lean ground beef (80/20 or 90/10)
- 4 cups diced potatoes Russet or Yukon Gold, peeled and cubed
- 1 medium yellow onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 ½ cups 170g shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup 120ml beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: 4 oz 113g cream cheese (for added creaminess)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
- Spray a 6-quart slow cooker with nonstick spray.
- Add diced potatoes, onion, garlic, browned beef, seasonings, and broth into the slow cooker.
- Stir in half the shredded cheese. Reserve the rest for later.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until potatoes are fork-tender.
- (Optional) Stir in cream cheese 30 minutes before serving for extra creaminess.
- Top with remaining shredded cheese, let melt, then serve warm.
Notes
- Frozen Hash Browns: You can substitute 4 cups of frozen hash browns for fresh potatoes. Reduce cook time slightly and monitor doneness.
- Make It Spicy: Add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce for heat.
- Vegetarian Version: Use meatless crumbles and vegetable broth.
- Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Freeze for up to 2 months.