Slow Cooker Cheesy Beef and Potato Gratin

Ingredients

• 750g Beef Steak Mince
• 150ml Beef Stock
• 3 - Carrots (diced)
• 150g Cheddar Cheese (grated)
• 4 cloves Garlic (chopped)
• 0.5tsp Ground Cinnamon
• 2tsp Mixed Herbs
• 1tbsp Oil
• 2 - Onion (sliced)
• 75g Parmesan Cheese (grated)
• 1kg Potatoes
• 3tbsp Red Pesto
• 1 pinch Salt
• 2tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
• 1 pinch pepper

Method

1. Heat a large pan over high heat with a little oil and add in the meat.
2. Sear for 3 - 5 minutes until colored. Season with Worcestershire sauce, red pesto, cinnamon, dried herbs, salt, and pepper. Remove from the heat.
3. Line a slow cooker bowl with about a third of the potatoes.
4. Add half of the onion, carrot, and garlic.
5. Cover with half of the caramelized minced beef and half of the grated cheddar cheese.
6. Repeat the layering process with the second third of potatoes and the rest of the onions, beef, and cheese.
7. Cover with the last third of the sliced potatoes and sprinkle with the Parmesan and extra dried herbs if desired.
8. Drizzle the beef stock over and cover with the lid.
9. Cook on high for 3-4 hours until the potatoes and beef are fully cooked. Do not open the lid during cooking time.