Description
Hearty crockpot loaded steak and potato bake delivers comfort straight from grandma’s kitchen. Succulent steak, crispy potatoes, and melted cheese create a satisfying meal that draws hungry diners to the table with irresistible aromas.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 pounds (907 grams) sirloin steak, cubed
Vegetables:
- 4 large potatoes, diced
- 1 onion, diced
Seasoning and Liquid Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) beef broth
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) worcestershire sauce
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Prepare the Crockpot Base: Arrange cubed steak in an even layer at the bottom of the slow cooker, creating a hearty foundation for the dish.
- Create Vegetable Layer: Distribute diced potatoes and onions over the steak, ensuring an even spread for consistent cooking and flavor distribution.
- Season Generously: Dust the layers with garlic powder, salt, pepper, and paprika, massaging the spices gently to enhance overall taste profile.
- Introduce Liquid Mixture: Whisk beef broth and Worcestershire sauce in a separate bowl, then carefully pour the liquid evenly across the layered ingredients.
- Slow Cook to Perfection: Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours, allowing the meat to become remarkably tender and potatoes to soften completely.
- Cheese Finale: During the final 10-15 minutes of cooking, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese across the top, letting it melt and create a golden, bubbling surface.
- Plate and Garnish: Transfer the rich, steaming mixture into serving bowls, optionally adorning with fresh parsley or chopped green onions for a vibrant finish.
Notes
- Use lean cuts of steak like sirloin or round steak to reduce fat content and maintain tenderness.
- Swap beef broth with low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth for a lighter version that still packs flavor.
- Cut potatoes into uniform bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the dish.
- For a gluten-free option, verify that Worcestershire sauce is gluten-free or replace with tamari sauce for similar depth of flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours (on Low) or 4 hours (on High)
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 422 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg