Slow Cooker Beef and Potato Gratin

Ingredients:

For the Meat Layer:

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt & black pepper to taste
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning

For the Potato Gratin:

• 4–5 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (or cheese mix)
• 1 ¼ cups heavy cream or evaporated milk
• 2 tbsp butter (cut into small pieces)
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp ground black pepper
• Optional: ¼ tsp nutmeg for extra depth

Instructions: