Hey! If there’s one dish that never fails to put a smile on my family’s faces, it’s this Slow Cooker Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole. Imagine all the best parts of a cheeseburger—juicy beef, crispy bacon, gooey cheese—coming together in a cozy, slow-cooked casserole. This recipe is a hit in our house, especially on those nights when we crave comfort food but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen. It’s hearty, it’s cheesy, and trust me, it’s like having your favorite drive-thru treat right at home – minus the takeout bag!
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
1 medium onion chopped
3 cloves garlic minced
1 10.75 oz can condensed cheddar cheese soup
1 cup milk
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
1 16 oz package frozen tater tots
Salt and pepper to taste
Chopped pickles optional, for garnish
Ketchup and mustard optional, for serving
Instructions
Brown ground beef in a skillet; drain grease.
Add onion and garlic; cook until tender.
In a bowl, whisk together soup and milk.
Stir in beef, bacon, and 1 cup cheese.
Layer half the tater tots in a slow cooker.
Pour beef mixture over tots.
Top with remaining tater tots.
Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
Cook on low 4-5 hours.
Serve hot with garnishes.
Notes
Enjoy every bite of this comforting, cheesy delight! It’s sure to become a family favorite.