It sounds like you’re describing a simple slow-cooker ground beef casserole made with cream of mushroom soup. Here’s a clear version of that hearty recipe many people love. 🍲
Slow Cooker Ground Beef & Mushroom Casserole
Ingredients (about 5 total):
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup uncooked rice
- 1½ cups beef broth or water
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Add the beef: Place the raw ground beef in the bottom of your slow cooker and break it into chunks.
- Add rice: Sprinkle the uncooked rice evenly over the beef.
- Mix sauce: In a bowl, mix the cream of mushroom soup with the beef broth until smooth.
- Pour over: Pour the mixture over the beef and rice. Do not stir too much—just make sure the rice is mostly covered.
- Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 5–6 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the rice is tender and the beef is cooked through.
- Finish with cheese: Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top during the last 10–15 minutes so it melts.
Optional add-ins (if you want more flavor):
- diced onions
- sliced mushrooms
- frozen peas or mixed vegetables
- garlic powder or black pepper
Result: A creamy, filling casserole that’s easy, budget-friendly, and perfect for family dinners. 😋
If you want, I can also show you 3 popular variations of this slow-cooker casserole (one uses potatoes, one uses pasta, and one is a 4-ingredient dump recipe).
