Slow-Cooker Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole

Slow-Cooker Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 2 bags (20 oz each) refrigerated shredded hash brown potatoes
  • 3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (12 oz)
  • 2 cups sour cream
  • 1 can (10 1/2 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

  1. 1

    Spray 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray.

  2. 2

    In 8-inch skillet melt butter over medium heat. Cook onion and garlic in butter, stirring frequently 2 to 3 minutes or until translucent and soft.

  3. 3

    In large bowl stir onion mixture and remaining ingredients until well combined.

  4. 4

    Place in slow cooker. Cover and cook on Low heat setting 3 hours; stir. Cover and cook on Low heat setting 2 to 3 hours longer or until center of casserole reaches at least 165°F and edges are bubbly. Stir