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Slow Cooker Ranch Potatoes

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A simple and comforting side dish made with small potatoes, ranch dressing, and butter, cooked in a slow cooker until tender and delicious.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Side Dish, Vegetable
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 pounds small red or yellow potatoes Washed and cut into bite-size pieces; skins left on for flavor and nutrients.
  • 1.5 cups bottled ranch dressing Use a full-flavor ranch for pronounced herbiness.
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Cut into small pieces; can use salted butter or dairy-free butter for a vegan version.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash the potatoes well and trim any rough spots. Cut into uniform bite-size pieces (about 1 to 1½ inches).
  2. Place the cut potatoes into the slow cooker. Pour the ranch dressing over the potatoes and toss lightly to coat.
  3. Dot the top with the small pieces of butter, spacing them so the butter melts through as the potatoes cook.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours, or on HIGH for 2½–3 hours. The potatoes are done when a fork pierces them easily.
  2. If you prefer some crispy edges, transfer the potatoes to a rimmed baking sheet and broil for 2–4 minutes, watching closely, or place portions in an air fryer for 3–5 minutes at 400°F (200°C).
  3. Taste and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper if needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1g

Notes

Choosing small potatoes keeps the cook time reasonable. If your potatoes are larger, cut them into uniform, bite-size pieces so they cook evenly. Can be served warm or at room temperature for potlucks.

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