In a skillet, cook ground beef (and onion if using) over medium heat until no longer pink.
Drain fat, stir in taco seasoning and ¼–⅓ cup water, simmer 2–3 minutes.
Into Crockpot, Pour in hasbrowns, Campbell's soup, and corn
Stir in garlic
Sprinkle onion powder
Put Cooked Ground Beef on top
Add sour cream or cream cheese, if desired
Add ½ shredded cheese and Mix well
Add remaining ½ shredded cheese
Instructions
Cover with lid and cook on high about 4 hrs or low 7-8 hrs
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