Step 1

Brown ground beef and cool slightly.

Step 2

Place beef in a large resealable freezer bag.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion and mixed vegetables.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, stir together soup, evaporated milk, garlic, and seasonings. Pour into the bag over the other ingredients.

Step 5

Place the shredded cheese in a medium freezer bag.

Step 6

Remove the excess air from both bags, seal, and staple together above the fold.

Step 7

Freeze.

Step 8

Thaw.

Step 9

Dump the contents of the large bag into the slow cooker. Cook on high for 3-4 hours or 6 hours on low.

Step 10

Top with cheese near the end of cooking.

Step 11

Serve.

Step 12

Thaw.

Step 13

Place contents of the large bag in a 9x13 casserole dish. Top with cheese. Bake at 400° for 30 minutes.

Step 14

Serve.