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Crockpot Loaded Steak and Potato Bake Recipe

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4.7 from 54 reviews
  • Author: Sarah
  • Total Time: 6 hours 20 minutes (low) or 3 hours 50 minutes (high)
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This Loaded Steak and Potato Bake is a hearty and comforting crockpot dish featuring tender cubed beef steak, diced potatoes, crispy bacon bits, and melted cheddar cheese layered and slow-cooked to perfection. A flavorful sour cream and garlic mixture infuses the layers with creamy richness, topped with fresh green onions for a burst of color and flavor. Ideal for a cozy family meal or a satisfying dinner any night of the week.

Ingredients

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Meat

  • 450 g beef steak, cubed
  • 100 g bacon bits

Vegetables

  • 800 g potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Dairy

  • 200 g cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 100 ml sour cream
  • 50 ml milk

Pantry

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preparation: Gather all ingredients and prepare by cubing the beef steak, peeling and dicing the potatoes, mincing the garlic, slicing green onions, and shredding the cheddar cheese.
  2. Brown the steak: Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the cubed steak and cook until browned on all sides, which helps to lock in the flavor and improve texture.
  3. Layer ingredients in crockpot: In the crockpot, start by layering half of the diced potatoes evenly at the bottom. Next add half of the browned steak, followed by half of the bacon bits. Sprinkle some shredded cheddar cheese on top of these layers.
  4. Repeat layering: Repeat the layering process with the remaining half of the potatoes, steak, bacon bits, and finish with a final sprinkle of cheddar cheese.
  5. Make sour cream mixture: In a small bowl, combine sour cream, milk, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until fully blended to create a creamy, flavorful topping.
  6. Pour sour cream mixture: Evenly pour the sour cream mixture over the layered ingredients in the crockpot, ensuring it seeps through all the layers.
  7. Cook: Cover the crockpot with its lid. Set to cook on low heat for 6-7 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours. The long cooking time allows the potatoes and steak to become tender and the flavors to meld beautifully.
  8. Check doneness: After cooking is complete, test the potatoes with a fork. They should be fork-tender and soft, indicating the bake is ready to serve.
  9. Garnish and serve: Remove the crockpot lid and sprinkle the sliced green onions evenly over the top as a fresh garnish. Serve the steak and potato bake warm for a fulfilling and hearty meal.

Notes

  • For crispier bacon bits, you can pan-fry raw bacon before adding it to the recipe.
  • The sour cream mixture can be adjusted with additional herbs like chives or parsley for extra flavor.
  • If you don’t have a crockpot, this recipe can be adapted for oven baking in a covered dish at 175°C (350°F) for about 1.5 to 2 hours.
  • Use Yukon Gold potatoes for a buttery flavor and creamy texture that complements the dish well.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours (low) or 3.5 hours (high)
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: steak and potato bake, crockpot recipes, slow cooker dinner, loaded potato bake, beef casserole

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