Description
A creamy, cheesy slow cooker scalloped potatoes recipe that delivers restaurant‑quality comfort with minimal effort. Perfect for busy weeknights, this side combines thinly sliced potatoes, onion, cheddar cheese, heavy cream, and milk for a velvety texture and golden crust. Ideal for families, gatherings, or any occasion where a rich, indulgent side is desired. Easy to assemble, set, and forget, it yields eight satisfying servings of pure comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place half of the sliced potatoes in the bottom of the slow cooker. Sprinkle half of the onion and half of the cheese over the potatoes.
- Add the remaining potatoes, onion, and cheese, ending with a cheese layer on top.
- In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Pour over the layered potatoes.
- Cover and cook on low for 6‑7 hours until potatoes are tender and cheese is bubbly.
- Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a smoky twist
- add a splash of smoked beef broth to the cream mixture. For extra crispness
- uncover and set the cooker to high for the final 30 minutes. This dish pairs well with roasted meats or a fresh garden salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 servings
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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