Gluten Free Slow Cooker Potatoes Au Gratin Recipes

GLUTEN FREE AU GRATIN POTATO CASSEROLE RECIPE

Steps:

• Use a 6-quart slow cooker sprayed well with cooking spray. Put ⅓ of the potato slices into the slow cooker insert and add a handful of cooked and diced meat. In a large mixing bowl, combine all the other ingredients. Pour ⅓ of this mixture onto the meat and potatoes. Repeat layers of potatoes, meat, and the mixture, until you run out of ingredients.
• Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for about 5 hours. Uncover and continue to cook on high for an additional 30 minutes to release the condensation.

CROCKPOT AU GRATIN POTATOES

Steps:

• VERY generously spray your slow cooker with nonstick spray. I used a 6-quart slow cooker for the recipe. Note that smaller crockpots may not be able to cook through all the potatoes evenly so you will have to halve (or cut in thirds) this recipe.
• Wash and peel the potatoes. Cut into medium thick slices (see picture for general width). Measure the potatoes -- you should have about 5 cups total.
• Place a layer of potatoes at the bottom of the crockpot. Generously (or to your preference, but don't skimp on the salt or it will be more bland) sprinkle on seasoned salt and pepper. Layer another layer of potatoes and sprinkle on salt and pepper. Repeat this process until all the potatoes are layered in the crockpot.
• In a medium-sized pot over medium heat, add in the butter. Melt completely and then vigorously whisk in the flour until a thick dough forms. Whisk constantly for 1 minute. Add in the garlic and onion powder and continue to whisk.
• Very slowly add in the milk whisking as you add it. In between milk additions whisk the mixture and allow it to thicken.
• Once all the milk is added in and the mixture is completely smooth and thick, add in the sour cream. Whisk to add. Add in the freshly grated cheddar cheese and whisk until completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
• Add some more salt and pepper here if desired.
• Pour this cheese sauce evenly over the potatoes. Shake the slow cooker to get the creamy cheese sauce evenly throughout the crockpot. Do not stir it in.
• Place 3 paper towels on top of the crockpot (this will absorb lots of moisture and keep the potatoes crispier) and then place on the lid.
• Place on high (my experimentation with low heats were unsuccessful.) for 3-5 hours depending on the heat of your slow cooker. Slow cookers cook at different temperatures and speeds! Mine took just under 3 hours -- check frequently to avoid burning the edges or over cooking the potatoes so they are mushy.
• Halfway through the cooking time, change out the paper towels for fresh ones.
• Once the potatoes are tender and cooked through, remove the lid and garnish with fresh parsley or chives and additional seasoned salt and pepper. Allow to cook without the lid for 15-20 minutes to get a bit crisper on top if desired.
• This recipe is for classic au gratin potatoes -- feel free to add more toppings or seasonings as you enjoy your au gratin potatoes. Some ideas are to chop up an onion and add that in (I would sauté it in olive oil first), add some red pepper flakes for heat, some cooked and chopped bacon, paprika, more or different flavors of cheeses...

SLOW-COOKER CHEESY HAM AU GRATIN

Steps:

• Spray 3 1/2 to 4-quart slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray. In large bowl, combine milk, soup and contents of seasoning packets from potatoes; blend well. Add potatoes, ham and corn; mix well. Pour mixture into sprayed slow cooker. Pour boiling water over potato mixture; stir to mix.
• Cover; cook on low setting for 7 to 8 hours.

SLOW COOKER CHEESY SCALLOPED POTATOES RECIPE

Steps:

• Prepare your slow cooker insert by liberally spraying with cooking spray or olive oil.
• Wash your potatoes and cut into 1/8 inch thick.
• Add one layer of potatoes at the bottom of the slow cooker. Season with salt and pepper, lay another layer of potatoes, season with more salt and pepper. Repeat under all potatoes are layered in the slow cooker.
• In a large skillet on medium heat, add butter and garlic. Let the butter melt, then whisk flour and onion powder into butter.
• Whisk in the milk until mixture is smooth, then stir in sour cream, whisk until smooth.
• Add cheddar cheese and whisk until cheese sauce is smooth and combined.
• Pour this cheese sauce over the potatoes.
• Add a 2-3 sheets of paper towel under the slow cooker lid. Set slow cooker on high heat. Cook for 3 hours. Replace a new paper towel sheet around 1.5 hours.
• Remove slow cooker lid after 3 hours and cook for another 1 hour with lid off. Sprinkle with additional cheese at this point, if desired.
• Sprinkle with green onion and serve warm.

CHEESY AU GRATIN POTATOES RECIPE

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350°F. Coat a 3 quart casserole dish with cooking spray. Set aside.
• In a small saucepan, melt the butter and then whisk with flour until it forms a paste. While whisking, pour in milk until smooth. Add the bay leaf, salt, pepper, onion and garlic powder. Bring to a low simmer.
• Remove the saucepan from heat and whisk in 2 cups of the cheese. Whisk until cheese has melted and sauce thickens. Set aside.
• Peel potatoes and evenly slice to 1/4 inch or less thick. Place in cold ice water to prevent browning (optional).
• Remove the bay leaf from cheese sauce.
• Place half of the sliced potatoes in the prepared baking dish. Pour half of the cheese sauce over the top. Add remaining potatoes and top with the remaining cheese sauce. Cover tightly with aluminum foil.
• Bake covered for 60 minutes.
• Take the baking dish out of the oven and remove the aluminum foil. Top with the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and return to the oven uncovered. Bake for an additional 20 minutes or until potatoes are soft the whole way through.
• Remove and allow to sit for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
• Optionally, top with additional salt and pepper, bacon, scallions or chives.
• If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or ratings.