Ingredients
To create this comforting dish, start by gathering the freshest ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need:
– 2 pounds of baby potatoes, washed and left whole
– 3 tablespoons of olive oil, or as my abuela would say, enough to bring them to life
– 4 cloves of garlic, minced, because garlic is the heartbeat of any great dish
– 1 teaspoon of salt, a sprinkle of love
– ½ teaspoon of black pepper, for a touch of warmth
– 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, to remind you of vibrant sunsets
– 1 tablespoon of fresh rosemary, finely chopped, as a nod to the herb garden that always flourished in our backyard
– 1 lemon, zested and juiced, adding a splash of zest that’s reminiscent of lively family gatherings
Each ingredient plays its part in crafting a dish that’s both simple and soul-satisfying. The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity and how these flavors meld together, much like the diverse stories shared around our family table.
Instructions
Now, let’s walk through the steps to bring these baby potatoes to life in your slow cooker:
1. **Prep Your Potatoes**: Start by scrubbing the baby potatoes under running water. Leave the skins on for added texture and nutrients.
2. **Mix the Seasonings**: In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and chopped rosemary. This blend is the heart of the dish, infusing warmth and depth into every bite.
3. **Combine in the Slow Cooker**: Place the raw baby potatoes in a slow cooker, pouring the seasoned olive oil mixture over them. Toss well to ensure each potato is lovingly coated.
4. **Cook Low and Slow**: Set your slow cooker to low and let the magic happen over the next 4-5 hours. This is where patience pays off, as the slow cooking allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
5. **Finish with Lemon**: Before serving, drizzle the lemon juice over the potatoes and sprinkle with lemon zest for a fresh, vibrant finish.
Cooking with a slow cooker reminds me of those long afternoons spent in the kitchen with my grandmother, where the best things were worth waiting for.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International