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Crockpot Dolly’s 5-Layer Dinner

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This crockpot Dolly’s 5-layer dinner is an easy one-pot recipe inspired by Dolly Parton’s ground beef casserole. Using simple ingredients, this is a hearty, no-fuss meal that you can serve any day of the week. Layers of potatoes, ground beef, onions, bell peppers, and tomato sauce slow cook together for a flavorful dish that cooks itself.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, diced
  • 1 large onion, sliced or diced
  • 2 small bell peppers, diced or sliced
  • 28 ounces diced tomatoes with juices OR 28 ounces pasta sauce + 1/2 cup water or beef broth
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt (or more)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 tablespoon oil

Instructions

  1. Spray the slow cooker with cooking spray.
  2. Add the diced potatoes to the slow cooker.
  3. Add the oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat. When hot, add the ground beef, onion, bell pepper, and all the seasonings. Cook until the beef is browned, approximately 5 to 7 minutes. Stir frequently and crumble the beef as it cooks. Drain the grease and add the mixture to the slow cooker on top of the potatoes.
  4. Pour the pasta sauce and water on top.
  5. Cook HIGH 3 to 4 hours or LOW 6 to 8.

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