Toppings bar with bacon, cheese, and green onions for potatoes
Toppings bar with bacon, cheese, and green onions for potatoes
For extra creaminess, add 1/2 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt on top after cooking and swirl it in just before serving. You can also stir in a cup of cooked diced ham or shredded rotisserie chicken during the last 30 minutes to turn this into an even heartier main dish.
For a little color, sprinkle sliced green onions or chopped fresh parsley on top when serving. If you prefer a bit of spice, use pepper jack cheese instead of cheddar or add a few dashes of hot sauce before cooking.
Food safety tips: Always start with frozen steak fries straight from the freezer; do not thaw them on the counter. Keep the slow cooker covered while cooking so the potatoes stay at a safe temperature and cook evenly. Use a food thermometer if you’re unsure—potatoes and any added meats should reach at least 165°F in the center.
Bowl of cheesy slow cooker potatoes garnished and ready to serve
Bowl of cheesy slow cooker potatoes garnished and ready to serve
If you add cooked bacon or other cooked meats, make sure they were refrigerated properly and haven’t sat out at room temperature for more than 2 hours. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours of cooking, store them in a shallow, covered container, and use within 3 to 4 days. Reheat leftovers until steaming hot all the way through before serving.
