Hearty Hash Brown Dinner

Ingredients:

• 3 c. frozen shredded hash brown potatoes
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 cup chopped onion (or 1 T. minced)
• 1 pkg 16 oz frozen California-blend vegetables
• 1 can (10 3/4 oz) cream of chicken soup
• 1 c. milk
• 12 oz process cheese (Velveeta, cubed) or cheeze whiz
• 1 can (2.8 oz) french-fried onions
  

Directions:

1. Place potatoes in a lightly greased 5 qt slow cooker; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
2. In a skillet, cook beef & onion & drain. Spoon over potatoes.
3. Top with vegetables
4. Combine soup & milk; pour over vegetables.
5. Cover & cook on low for 4 to 4 1/2 hours.
6. Stir in cheese; cover & cook 30 mins longer or until cheese is melted.
7. Just before serving, sprinkle with french-fried onions.