Slow Cooker Cheesy Bacon Potatoes (Printer-Friendly)

Creamy cheddar and crispy bacon coat tender baby potatoes for a rich, flavorful slow-cooked side.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

01 - 2 pounds baby potatoes, halved

02 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

03 - 1 cup sour cream

04 - 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (about 1 ounce)

05 - 1/2 cup green onions, chopped

06 - 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled

01 - Place the halved baby potatoes evenly in the slow cooker base, creating a foundation for the dish.

02 - Sprinkle the ranch seasoning mix evenly over the potatoes to infuse them with tangy, herbaceous flavor.

03 - Add the sour cream on top and gently stir to coat the potatoes thoroughly, ensuring a creamy texture during cooking.

04 - Distribute the crumbled cooked bacon and shredded cheddar evenly over the sour cream-coated potatoes for rich flavor.

05 - Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 4 to 5 hours, or until potatoes are fork-tender and cheese is melted and bubbly.

06 - Scatter the chopped green onions on top before serving to add fresh, mild onion notes to the dish.

01 - Halve baby potatoes evenly to ensure uniform cooking.

02 - Using pre-cooked bacon shortens preparation time.

03 - Add a pinch of cayenne pepper with ranch seasoning for a spicier variation.

04 - Prepare a day ahead and reheat gently in the slow cooker or oven.

05 - Use reduced-fat sour cream and cheese for a lighter dish.