These slow cooker scalloped potatoes are the kind of comforting side dish that disappears fast at cookouts, potlucks, and long weekend dinners. Using thin-sliced Lehigh potatoes keeps the prep simple and helps the layers turn tender while the cream and cheese melt into a rich, bubbling sauce. It is an easy family-style dish with old-fashioned scalloped potato flavor, but the slow cooker makes it especially handy when the oven is busy with everything else.
Serve these creamy potatoes alongside grilled burgers, barbecue chicken, smoked sausage, ham, or simple roast turkey. They also fit right in with fresh summer sides like coleslaw, green beans, a crisp garden salad, or sliced tomatoes, and they are especially nice on a buffet table because they stay warm in the slow cooker.
4-Ingredient Slow Cooker August Long Weekend Bubbling Cream Scalloped Potatoes using Thin-Sliced Lehigh Potatoes
Servings: 8
Ingredients
3 pounds thin-sliced Lehigh potatoes
2 cups heavy cream
2 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
Directions
1. Lightly grease the inside of an oval slow cooker. In a large bowl, toss the thin-sliced Lehigh potatoes with the salt so the seasoning is evenly distributed.
2. Layer one-third of the potatoes in the slow cooker, then sprinkle over one-third of the cheese and drizzle over one-third of the cream. Repeat the layers two more times, finishing with cheese across the top.
3. Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a knife and the sauce is bubbling around the edges.
4. Turn the slow cooker off and let the potatoes rest uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes to thicken slightly before serving. Spoon onto plates or serve straight from the cooker.
Variations & Tips
For a milder flavor: Swap the sharp cheddar for mild cheddar or a Colby Jack blend if you are feeding kids or guests who like a softer cheese flavor.
For easier serving: If your potato slices are a little thicker than paper-thin, add an extra 30 to 45 minutes of cook time. Thin, even slices are the real secret to creamy layers that cook at the same rate.
For a little extra color: If your slow cooker insert is oven-safe, you can place it under the broiler for a minute or two after cooking to deepen the golden top. Just keep a close eye on it.
For make-ahead help: Assemble the layers a few hours ahead, cover, and refrigerate the insert if your slow cooker insert allows it. Let it sit at room temperature for a short bit before starting the cooker so it heats more evenly.