Sauté Aromatics & Brown Beef
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sautéing for about 2 minutes until softened. Add ground beef and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart until no pink remains. Drain excess fat.
Combine & Layer in Slow Cooker
Transfer beef mixture to a 6-quart slow cooker. Stir in cream of mushroom soup, milk, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Arrange a layer of sliced potatoes on top, overlapping slightly. Repeat layers until ingredients are used up.
Slow Cook
Cover and cook on Low for 6-7 hours, or until potatoes are fork-tender.
Add Cheese & Finish
In the last 30 minutes, sprinkle shredded cheddar over the top. Cover again and let melt until bubbly.
Serve & Enjoy
Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.
Variations to Try
Bacon Lover’s Twist — Add cooked, crumbled bacon between the potato layers.
Extra Veggie Boost — Mix in frozen peas, corn, or green beans before slow cooking.
Creamier Sauce — Swap whole milk for heavy cream for an even richer flavor.
