Description
Slow Cooker Swamp Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, combining Yukon Gold and sweet potatoes into a creamy, flavorful dish. Infused with sautéed onions and garlic, this slow-cooked delight is perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings. With its rich textures and warm flavors, each bite feels like a cozy hug. Ideal as a side dish or a hearty main course, these swamp potatoes will bring everyone to the table for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 lb sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: Wash, peel, and cube the Yukon Gold and sweet potatoes into one-inch pieces.
- Sauté Onions and Garlic: In a skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Combine Ingredients: Transfer cubed potatoes to the slow cooker, then add sautéed onions and garlic. Pour in vegetable broth until just submerged.
- Season: Sprinkle salt, pepper, and any herbs you prefer (e.g., rosemary or thyme). Stir gently.
- Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker; set on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until tender.
- Finish: Stir in remaining butter before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg