slow cooker ham and potatoes

Here’s a simple and comforting Slow Cooker Ham and Potatoes recipe—perfect for an easy, hands-off meal:

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Ingredients (Serves 4–6)

• 2–3 lbs ham steak (bone-in or boneless, thick-cut)

• 4–5 medium potatoes, cut into chunks

• 1 medium onion, sliced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth

• 2 tbsp butter, cut into small pieces

• 1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• Optional: 1/2 cup shredded cheese or parsley for garnish

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Instructions

1. Prepare slow cooker:

   • Lightly grease the slow cooker with cooking spray or butter.

2. Layer ingredients:

   • Place potato chunks and onion slices in the bottom.

   • Sprinkle garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper over potatoes.

   • Place ham steak on top.

   • Dot butter over the top and pour in chicken broth.

3. Cook:

   • Cover and cook on low 6–7 hours or high 3–4 hours, until potatoes are tender and ham is heated through.

4. Optional finishing touch:

   • Sprinkle shredded cheese over potatoes and ham during the last 10–15 minutes of cooking for a creamy finish.

5. Serve:

   • Slice ham if necessary and serve alongside potatoes, spooning some of the cooking juices over the top.

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💡 Tips:

• For extra flavor, add carrots or green beans in the last hour of cooking.

• You can use leftover ham or ham bone for added depth.

• Make a quick gravy with the slow cooker juices by whisking in a little flour or cornstarch.

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I can also give a slow cooker version with a sweet honey-glaze for the ham and potatoes, which adds a caramelized, savory-sweet twist. Do you want that version?