Ingredients:
1 pound ground beef or sausage
1 medium onion, diced
4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 ½ cups beef broth
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon chili powder (optional for spice)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Prepare the Ground Beef:
In a skillet, cook the ground beef and diced onion over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Layer in the Crockpot:
In the Crockpot, layer the cubed potatoes, followed by the cooked ground beef and onions.
Add the kidney beans, diced tomatoes, and corn.
- Season and Add Broth:
Sprinkle garlic powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper over the layers.
Pour the beef broth evenly over the top.
- Cook:
Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the potatoes are tender.
- Add Cheese:
About 20 minutes before serving, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top and cover until melted.
- Serve:
Scoop into bowls and serve hot. Great with cornbread or crusty bread on the side!
