Description
Potato lovers rejoice over this “creamy potato vegetable delight” that blends hearty comfort with garden-fresh ingredients. Comfort meets nutrition in this simple yet satisfying dish perfect for family dinners you’ll savor with pure culinary joy.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Vegetables:
- 3 lbs Yukon gold potatoes
- 2 stalks celery
- 2 carrots
- 1 yellow onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 3 green onions
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1 teaspoon (1 tsp) Italian seasoning
- 1 ¼ teaspoons (1 ¼ tsp) salt
- ½ teaspoon (½ tsp) freshly ground black pepper
Liquid and Dairy Ingredients:
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons (2 Tbsp) all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons (2 Tbsp) water
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetable medley by thoroughly cleansing and precisely dicing celery stalks, carrots, and onions. Carefully mince the garlic and transform potatoes into uniform ½-¾ inch chunks after peeling.
- Transfer the chopped vegetables into a spacious 5-6 quart slow cooker vessel. Infuse the mixture with Italian seasoning, salt, and freshly ground black pepper for depth of flavor.
- Gently cascade chicken broth over the vegetable ensemble, stirring meticulously to ensure even ingredient distribution and comprehensive coating.
- Secure the slow cooker lid and activate high-temperature mode, allowing the ingredients to simmer and meld for approximately 3 hours.
- As cooking nears completion, craft a silky flour slurry by whisking flour and water until achieving a seamless, lump-free consistency.
- Introduce the prepared slurry, velvety heavy cream, and tangy sour cream into the slow cooker. Integrate thoroughly and continue cooking on high for an additional 10 minutes to thicken the sauce.
- Using a potato masher, delicately break down the potatoes, creating a rustic, textured landscape within the creamy base.
- Incorporate shredded cheddar cheese and half the green onions, stirring until the cheese melts completely and creates a luxurious, golden swirl.
- Conduct a final flavor assessment, adjusting seasonings as needed. Crown each serving with remaining cheese and vibrant green onion garnish.
Notes
- Vegetable Prep Matters: Dice vegetables uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Slow Cooker Magic: Using a slow cooker allows flavors to meld beautifully while keeping the vegetables tender and nutritious.
- Flour Slurry Trick: Whisking flour and water creates a smooth thickening agent that prevents lumps and gives the dish a creamy consistency.
- Cheese Melting Technique: Adding cheese at the end and gently stirring helps it melt perfectly without becoming grainy or separated.
- Seasoning Flexibility: Feel free to adjust salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning to match your personal taste preferences.
- Garnish Impact: Sprinkle remaining cheese and green onions just before serving to add fresh flavor and attractive color contrast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg