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Grease the slow cooker or use a liner for easy cleanup.
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Add sausage chunks, frozen hashbrowns, diced onion, and 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese into the slow cooker.
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In a separate bowl, mix together the cream of mushroom or chicken soup, milk, sour cream, salt, pepper, minced garlic, and onion powder until smooth.
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Pour the wet mixture over the sausage and hashbrown mix in the slow cooker, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
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Sprinkle an additional 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top.
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Cook on low for 6 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until heated through and cheese is melted.
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Serve with a side salad, roasted vegetables, or Texas garlic toast for a complete meal.