This Old-Fashioned Amish Beef and Potato Casserole is pure comfort on a plate. Tender ground beef is combined with a
creamy sauce and layered with thinly sliced potatoes, then finished with melted sharp cheddar. Hearty, cozy, and simple, it’s the perfect dish for a family dinner.
Ingredients
For the Beef Mixture:
| INGREDIENT | QUANTITY |
|---|---|
| 85% lean ground beef | 2 lbs |
| Medium yellow onion, diced | 1 (about 1 cup) |
| Large garlic cloves, minced | 3 |
| Condensed cream of mushroom soup | 1 (10.5 oz) can |
| Whole milk | 1 cup |
| Kosher salt | 1 tsp |
| Freshly cracked black pepper | ½ tsp |
| Worcestershire sauce | 1 tbsp |
For the Potato Layers:
| INGREDIENT | QUANTITY |
|---|---|
| Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled & thinly sliced | 4 cups (2–3 large) |
| Shredded extra sharp yellow cheddar cheese | 1 ½ cups |
For Cooking & Garnish:
| INGREDIENT | QUANTITY |
|---|---|
| Olive oil | 1 tbsp |
| Fresh parsley, chopped | 2 tbsp |
🔥 Instructions
Step 1: Sauté Aromatics & Brown the Beef
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and garlic, sautéing for 2 minutes until fragrant. Add the ground beef and cook 5–7 minutes, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon until no pink remains. Drain any excess fat.
Onion Powder Seasoning
Step 2: Combine & Layer in Slow Cooker
Transfer the beef mixture to a 6-quart slow cooker. Stir in the cream of mushroom soup, milk, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Layer half of the thinly sliced potatoes over the beef, slightly overlapping. Repeat with the remaining beef and potato layers
Step 3: Slow Cook
Cover and cook on Low for 6–7 hours, until the potatoes are tender
Step 4: Add Cheese & Finish
During the last 30 minutes of cooking, sprinkle shredded cheddar evenly on top. Cover again and cook until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 5: Serve
Garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot and enjoy this hearty, comforting casserole.