This recipe gives a whole new meaning to "scattered, smothered and covered"

Get ready to treat yourself to the ultimate breakfast delight with the Slow Cooker Creamy Hash Brown Casserole. This recipe takes the classic morning staple to a whole new level of deliciousness. Seriously, it's like a party in your mouth! We're talking about a casserole that redefines the meaning of "scattered, smothered, and covered." It's so good, it'll have you doing a happy dance while you're eating it. Trust me, your taste buds will thank you!

But guess what? This casserole is not just a one-hit wonder for breakfast. Oh no, it's a versatile masterpiece that can rock any meal of the day. It's like the superhero of casseroles, effortlessly transitioning from the morning table to lunchtime and even dinner. Can you imagine digging your fork into a heavenly combination of tender potatoes, crispy bacon, and a glorious layer of melted cheese? It's a flavor explosion that will make your taste buds jump for joy. Each mouthful is an irresistible blend of creaminess and smoky goodness that will have you going back for seconds, thirds, and maybe even fourths. Hey, no judgment here!

2 pounds shredded potatoes (prepackaged hash browns)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup sour cream
1 cup cooked, chopped bacon
1 (10-ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1 cup chopped green onions
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine potatoes, cheese, sour cream, bacon, mushroom soup, green onions, garlic powder, salt and pepper.

2. Place hash brown mix into a 6-quart slow cooker.

Cook on low for 5 hours, or until potatoes are tender.