3clovesfresh garlicminced, or roasted garlic, smashed
Salt and pepper to taste
1cupwater
Sour Cream, Chopped chives or green onions for garnish
Instructions
Scrub potatoes; pierce several times with a meat fork.
In a small bowl, mix melted butter and garlic. Rub potatoes with butter mixture. Wrap each tightly with a piece of foil.
Pour water into a 6-qt. slow cooker; add potatoes. Cook, covered, on low 4-5 hours or until tender. Season and top as desired.
Notes
Tips for Success:
Use a meat fork rather than a table fork. A meat fork is easier to grip and the prongs are sharper.
Use regular "everyday" foil. Heavy duty foil will not fold around the potatoes as snuggly.
Do not overcook, as the potatoes can become soggy.
Serve the potatoes right in the foil packets to get the most out of the garlic butter. Just use a sharp knife to cut open the foil and then peel it back.
Try this recipe with roasted garlic. The flavor is outstanding.