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Hosting a massive holiday dinner or weekend potluck usually turns into a stressful battle for oven space.
When your main course is hogging all the racks, you need a reliable side dish that cooks entirely on the countertop.
This Cheesy Potato Rounds Recipe is the ultimate oven-saver for busy, overwhelmed hosts.
It functions as a completely hands-off, easy potluck potato side dish that practically cooks itself.
You will love the incredibly tender, fork-soft potatoes hiding beneath thick layers of rich dairy.
Every single scoop offers the sharp, gooey pull of melted cheddar and heavily seasoned, savory bites.
Let us explore exactly how to build these slow cooker cheesy potatoes for your next big family gathering.
Ingredients
- 2 ½ pounds thick-sliced Blazer Russet potatoes cut into ½-inch rounds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
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Prep & Season: Wash and dry the russet potatoes, then slice them into even ½-inch rounds so they cook at the exact same rate. In a large bowl, toss the potato rounds with the olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper until they are evenly coated.
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Layer in Slow Cooker: Lightly coat the inside of the slow cooker with a bit of oil or non-stick spray to prevent sticking. Layer the seasoned potato rounds in overlapping rows, sprinkling some of the shredded cheddar cheese between the layers and over the top until everything is used.
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Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 4 to 5 hours, or on HIGH for 2 to 3 hours. They are done when the potatoes are completely tender when pierced with a knife and the cheese is fully melted.
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Broil (Optional for Crispy Edges): For crispier edges, carefully transfer the cooked potato rounds to a foil-lined baking sheet using a wide spatula. Broil in the oven for 2 to 4 minutes, just until the cheese turns golden and the edges begin to brown. Watch closely to prevent burning!
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Serve: Transfer the rounds to a serving platter and serve hot or warm for an incredibly easy, potluck-friendly side dish.
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