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Slow Cooker Smashed Potato Bake


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  • Author: 365 Days of Slow and Pressure Cooking
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2-3 hours
  • Total Time: 0 hours
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Tender red potatoes coated in butter, garlic and seasonings, lightly smashed and finished with melted cheddar and Parmesan cheese.


Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 20 oz red potatoes
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp melted butter
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 Tbsp parmesan cheese

Instructions

Slow Cooker Instructions:

  1. Pour broth into slow cooker.
  2. Wash potatoes and cut them into quarters. Place them in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  3. In a small bowl whisk together the butter, oil, garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder and Italian seasoning.
  4. Toss the butter mixture in with the potatoes, stir to coat.
  5. Cover slow cooker and cook on high for 2-3 hours, until potatoes are tender.
  6. Use a potato masher to gently press down on each potato until slightly flattened.
  7. Sprinkle the potatoes with cheddar and parmesan. Replace the lid and let the cheese melt for a couple of minutes.
  8. Top with sliced green onions or chives, if desired. Serve and enjoy!

Oven Instructions:

  1. Heat oven to 425° F. Wash potatoes and cut them into quarters. Place them in the bottom a 9×9 inch baking dish.
  2. In a small bowl whisk together the butter, oil, garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder and Italian seasoning.
  3. Toss the butter mixture in with the potatoes, stir to coat.
  4. Bake for 30-40 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  5. Use a potato masher to gently press down on each potato until slightly flattened.
  6. Sprinkle with the cheddar and Parmesan.
  7. Return to the oven for about 5 minutes, until the cheese is melted. You could broil them for the last 1–2 minutes if you want browned, bubbly cheese.
  • Category: Potatoes, Side Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooking
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