Creamy Slow Cooker Ground Beef & Cottage Cheese

Creamy Slow Cooker Ground Beef & Cottage Cheese is a cozy, protein-packed comfort dish that comes together with minimal effort. The cottage cheese melts into a rich, creamy sauce that pairs perfectly with seasoned ground beef—simple, hearty, and incredibly satisfying.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 4–6 hours
• Total Time: About 6 hours
• Servings: 4–6

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 cup cottage cheese
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
• ½ cup beef broth
• ½ small onion, finely chopped

Optional:

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
• Cooked pasta or rice for serving

Instructions

1. Add Ingredients
   Place the ground beef in the slow cooker and break it up slightly.
   Add the chopped onion on top.
2. Add Creamy Base
   Spoon the cottage cheese over the beef, then add the cream of mushroom soup.
3. Pour & Season
   Pour in the beef broth and sprinkle with garlic powder (optional).
4. Cook
   Cover and cook on:
   • LOW: 5–6 hours
   • HIGH: 3–4 hours
5. Stir & Finish
   Stir well to combine everything into a creamy mixture.
   (Optional) Add shredded cheese and let it melt before serving.
6. Serve
   Serve hot over:
   • Pasta
   • Rice
   • Mashed potatoes

Storage

• Refrigerator: Store up to 4 days.
• Reheating: Add a splash of broth or milk to maintain creaminess.