December 17, 2010

Lemon-Mint Red Potatoes

by "Recipes to Share - Slow Cooker"
Makes 4 servings
Prep time: 25 minutes
Cook time: 7.25 hours (LOW) or 4.5 hours (HIGH)

Ingredients:
2 lbs new red potatoes
3 tbs extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 tsp dried Greek seasoning or dried oregano
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tsp grated lemon peel
2 tbs lemon juice
2 tbs butter
4 tbs chopped fresh mint, divided

Directions:
1. Coat inside of 6-quart slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray. Add potatoes and oil, stirring gently to coat. Sprinkle with Greek seasoning, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Cover; cook on LOW 7 hours or on HIGH 4 hours.
2. Stir in lemon peel, lemon juice, butter and 2 tbs mint until butter is completely melted. Cover; cook 15 minutes to allow flavors to blend. Sprinkle with remaining mint.

Tip: It's easy to prepare this recipe ahead of time; simply follow instructions as listed and then turn off heat and let stand at room temperature for up to 2 hours. Reheat or serve at room temperature.

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