Are you craving a mouthwatering, hassle-free meal that will have your family begging for seconds? Get ready to transform your dinner routine with this irresistible Slow Cooker Creamed Peas, Potatoes, and Ham recipe! Imagine coming home to a kitchen filled with the most comforting aroma, where tender potatoes, sweet peas, and savory ham mingle in a creamy, dreamy sauce that will make your taste buds dance with joy. This one-pot wonder is not just a meal – it's a warm hug on a plate that requires minimal effort and delivers maximum flavor!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 4 hrs
Total Time: 4 hrs 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 4 cups diced potatoes
- 2 cups frozen peas
- 1 cup diced ham
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and peel potatoes, then dice them into roughly 1-inch cubes, ensuring uniform size for even cooking.
- Lightly grease the inside of your slow cooker with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Place diced potatoes in the bottom of the slow cooker, creating an even base layer.
- Sprinkle frozen peas evenly over the potatoes, distributing them throughout the dish.
- Add diced ham over the peas and potatoes, spreading it uniformly to ensure consistent flavor distribution.
- In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together cream of mushroom soup and milk until smooth and well combined.
- Pour the soup and milk mixture over the potatoes, peas, and ham, ensuring complete coverage.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, gently stirring to incorporate seasonings.
- Cover slow cooker and set to low heat setting for 4 hours.
- Stir occasionally during cooking to prevent potatoes from sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Check potatoes for tenderness around
- 5 hours; they should be soft but not mushy.
- Once cooking is complete, let stand for 10 minutes before serving to allow sauce to thicken.
- Serve hot as a comforting main dish or hearty side, garnishing with fresh parsley if desired.
Tips
- Potato Perfection: Cut your potatoes into uniform 1-inch cubes to ensure even cooking. Uneven sizes can lead to some pieces being undercooked while others turn mushy.
- Prevent Sticking: Always lightly grease your slow cooker before adding ingredients. A quick spray of cooking oil or a thin butter layer can save you from a stubborn cleanup.
- Seasoning Strategy: Don't be shy with salt and pepper, but add them gradually. You can always add more, but you can't take away excess seasoning.
- Stirring Matters: Occasionally stir the dish during cooking to distribute heat and prevent potato sticking. This ensures a more consistent texture throughout.
- Texture Check: Around the
- 5-hour mark, check your potatoes for tenderness. They should be soft but still hold their shape – nobody wants potato mush!
- Resting is Best: Allow the dish to rest for 10 minutes after cooking. This helps the sauce thicken and allows flavors to meld together perfectly.
- Optional Upgrade: For an extra touch of freshness, garnish with chopped parsley before serving to add a pop of color and a hint of herb flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 35mg
