For those of you who have been following Family Fresh Meals for a bit, know that my husband Darryl LOVES cheese. His second favorite thing is potatoes covered in cheese. I have been getting better and better about using my crockpot, so when I saw this super easy slow cooker recipe in the Kraft Foods magazine, I knew it would be a winner at my house. I made this a couple weeks ago, and since then, I get requests from the whole family at least once a week for "cheesy potatoes." There are hardly any leftovers, but when there are, I love to top a scoop of these potatoes with a over-easy egg for a fun breakfast. Mmmmmm. This is a must try... and just in time for the holidays! hehe
XO Chef Corey
Serves 12Here is what you need:
- 1 cup sour cream (I used light & it is still very decadent)
- 1 can condensed cream of potato soup
- 1 tbsp worcestershire sauce
- 2 lb small red potatoes
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese or cheese blend (can double cheese to make cheesier, if calories are not an issue :) hehe)
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 3 tbsp chopped fresh chives for topping
1. Thinly slice potatoes and set aside.
2. Mix sour cream, can of soup and worcestershire sauce together in a large bowl.
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That looks fantastic Corey. I gave you a blog award~stop by to check it out! <3
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Thank you so much Carrie! I will go check it out :)
ReplyDeleteCan this be put together in the morning and left alone completely, all day, while I am at work, if on low? Or does it need stirred to avoid uneven cooking, and burnt edges?
DeleteThanks!
have you tried this with regular potatoes?
ReplyDelete@La Mignon Voyageur, I have not. I don't know if they would hold their shape as well the red potatoes.
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ReplyDeleteThose Scalloped Potatoes are just delicious looking. I can't wait try this recipe! Thank you so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday. I am wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas!
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Miz Helen
I made this dish for Christmas dinner yesterday and everyone loved the potatoes! It was so easy to assemble and even easier to cook...I love switching on the slow cooker and walking away.
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Congratulations!
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Miz Helen
Wow these look amazing! I will be trying these in the near future for sure. :) -Kelly @ Semi Homemade Mom
ReplyDeleteYummy! I posted a link to this recipe on my blog...thru my pinterest board.
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Jennifer @ The Craft Barn
Hi Corey,
ReplyDeleteThanks for the great recipe! Is the worcestershire sauce vital to the recipe? Could I substitute for soy sauce by chance? Thanks!
The Worcestershire sauce adds a hint of flavor, so I think soy sauce (also has a vinegar and salt component like Worcestershire) would be an ok substitute. PLEASE let me know how it turns out with the substitution :)I would love to know! Enjoy :)
ReplyDeleteHow can I replace the cream of potato soup without having to hand-make my own kind? I have a sensitivity to all cream of anything soups.
ReplyDeleteI also have problems with cream of anything soups unless it is Campbell's Healthy Request which leaves out the MSG (my problem). Not sure if they make a cream of potato so I might have to substitute with another "cream of" that they do carry.
DeleteI had made these after reading the kraft mag too. Great choice they are awesome!
ReplyDeleteSorry, I really don't know what you could substitute the cream of potato soup with, except for a handmade one. I found this one online, and it seems pretty easy to do. Hope that helps!
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Do you think I could double this? Cook how much longer? I do a Valentine's Banquest for my church every year and this would be GREAT!!! I am limited on oven space. THANKS for a wonderful recipe!!
ReplyDeleteI do think you could double it. Thinking back, I think it filled my crockpot up a little more than halfway. You could pat it down to make it fit. I would cook a double batch for the longer options (low 8 hours and high 4.5 hours). Another option would be to cook in batches. Cook one batch the day before, and put it in a casserole pan/dish. Cover and refrigerate. Do the the same thing with the second batch. Then when you are ready to use them, do a quick heat up in a oven or microwave. Hope that helps! You are going to LOVE LOVE LOVE these :)
ReplyDeleteMy guys love bacon! I'm thinking I might have to add some bacon bits to this recipe. Anyone tried that?
ReplyDeleteI think that would add a delightful smokey, meaty taste! Go for it :) Let us know how it turns out!
DeleteMade this with a few adjustments. Used Healthy Request Cream of Celery in place of cream of potato; added bacon bits; used 2 cups of sharp cheddar cheese. Loved it!!!
ReplyDeleteThese didn't taste like scalloped potatoes to any of us. They were creamy(not particularly cheesy tasting though)and didn't have much flavor. I'll stick with my regular scalloped potato recipe I guess. Too bad, I was hoping for an easy one to do in the crock pot.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry it didn't turn out as well as you liked. My mom recently made a batch and DOUBLED the shredded cheese. Talk about cheesy! Maybe try pumping up the cheese a bit? Hope that helps!
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Was very excited to try this and was very Disappointed. No flavor and my family felt the same. I even added more cheese. Won't try again.
ReplyDeleteThese potatoes were AMAZING!!!! So easy to do, and talk about cheesy goodness. I added a little extra cheese. I went back for thirds, and I NEVER do that. Thanks Family Fresh Meals for a great recipe :)
ReplyDeleteMary
Thanks for sharing that Mary!
Deletemade these last night very dissapointed , no flavor.
ReplyDeleteWe also made these last night. I don't know what some of these people are talking about with the no flavor. These potatoes were creamy, delicious potatoes. I don't know what flavor people are missing. They taste like cheesy and potatoes, what other flavors are you expecting! Hahaha. I like the idea of adding some bacon next time. Will be making this on again for Super Bowl weekend.
ReplyDeleteBacon always makes things better :) hehe
DeleteWhat size crock pot did you use? Does it matter?
ReplyDeleteI have heard of success with a 5 qt and a 7 qt. Hope that helps!
DeleteI was also super excited to have this when I got home---MAJOR disappointment; We tossed it in the trash. No flavor and just overall yuck.
ReplyDeleteI have made these before. Instead of the soup I used evaporated milk. They were a big hit at my Memorial Day Bar B Q. Will make them again & again.
ReplyDeleteI love the idea of using evaporated milk! There are many people who have emailed me about making these, but not being able to find the soup in their area :) This is perfect! THANK you for sharing this idea :)
Deletewhat would the evap. milk amount be as far as measurement? Same as the soup?
DeleteI have been making these for years! Instead of cream of potato ..I use cream of mushroom..I also add thin sliced onions, butter and a little sprinkling of flour between each layer. FANTASTIC!
ReplyDeleteOh! I love the idea to add onions! I already bought some bacon to sprinkle on, onions will just be "icing on the cake!" Thanks for this comment!
Deletethank you. I can't wait to try this. I work all day and this is a quick and easy recipe for me especially using the slow cooker.
ReplyDeleteGoing to try these but I am going to add diced ham and some dehydrated onion. Will let you know how it turned out.
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to hear how it turns out! Ham sounds like an delish addition!
DeleteIt was fantastic. Also added some bacon already cooked and salt and pepper
Deletemmmmmm, bacon :) I am so glad it turned out great for you :) XO
DeleteUsually when someone says something has no flavor, it is because they are used to a lot more salt or other seasoning because your taste buds adapt. Before you waste food by throwing it out, try sprinkling on some S & P, and/or onion and/or garlic powder.
ReplyDeleteI totally agree :) Thanks for the suggestions!
DeleteCooking these for Easter!! I substituted with Gryere and Smoked Fontina. Thinking about adding fennel next time
ReplyDeleteMmmmm.. I LOVE Gryere:) Hope they turned out yummy!
DeleteI made these for Easter. I did a lot of substitutions though. I used russet potatoes instead of red. Cream of celery soup instead of potato. Added the extra cheese, included a little Italian blend. Lastly, I added a bunch of spice. I didn't measure, but here is the list: Montreal Steak Seasoning (my go to season), garlic powder, lemon pepper, and dried onion pieces. It sounds like a lot, but I like flavor and I didn't go overboard with it all.
ReplyDeleteThey turned out perfect!!! So yummy! I've had some everyday since!
YUM! All of the substitutions sound great! I love how flexible potatoes are :) This recipe has been so much fun to try different spices and cheeses with :)
DeleteIf you're wondering if you can prep all this the night before and put it in the fridge to toss in the crockpot in the morning...the answer would be "no." At least I only prepped half a batch! Round two this weekend...
ReplyDeleteGood to know Michelle. May I ask how the prep ones turned out? What was wrong with them. I you love the next batch!
DeleteThe potatoes got blackish-brownish, just oxidized. And there was a lot of water at the bottom of the bowl. My mom and I both thought that if the potatoes were coated with the mixture and the bowl sealed up they wouldn't oxidize like that. The liquid gathering at the bottom didn't even occur to me.
DeleteI'm going to try again on Sunday, I'll report back ;)
Round two went great. These potatoes were great! I made a half batch in a small crockpot. They didn't need the full time on low, only about 6 hours. I used cream of mushroom instead, also.
DeleteGreat comments....I am going to wash & slice my potatoes tonight and place in a bowl of cold water... then in the morning just mix all together in the crock pot! Hope it works, have a dinner party after a very busy day so no time for for mess ups! Wish me luck!
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