Slow Cooker Maroilles and Beer Tartiflette Tips, FAQ & printable recipe

Tips for success

For a slightly different texture, some cooks prefer to quickly sauté the bacon before placing it in the slow cooker, which can provide a crispier element to the final dish.

However, the slow cooking method on its own is perfectly sufficient for achieving a tender result.

If the cheese seems to be browning too quickly during the final stage, check the heat setting of the slow cooker. Ensure it is set to the low setting to maintain a gentle cooking environment, which protects the integrity of the cheese and prevents any potential burning.

Variations

• Onion and Garlic Addition: Add thinly sliced yellow onions and minced garlic between the layers of potatoes for an extra depth of flavor that complements the smoky bacon and pungent cheese perfectly.
• Herb Infused Version: Toss the potato slices with fresh thyme or rosemary before layering. These woody herbs add a fragrant note that balances the intensity of the Maroilles cheese.

Storage and make-ahead

Fridge

Keep in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Reheat

Reheat gently in the microwave or in a covered dish in the oven until heated through.

Store any leftovers in an airtight container to prevent the strong aroma of the Maroilles cheese from permeating other items in the refrigerator. Consume within three days for the best quality, as the texture of the potatoes may degrade slightly after extended storage.

While this dish is best served immediately, the ingredients can be prepped in advance and kept in the refrigerator until ready to cook.

Simply assemble the layers in the slow cooker insert and refrigerate until the cooking time begins, adding a few extra minutes to the total time if starting from cold.

Serving ideas

Serve this dish directly from the slow cooker to keep it warm, as the cheese sauce can thicken quickly once removed from the heat.

A simple side salad with a bright vinaigrette provides a refreshing contrast to the richness of the tartiflette and balances the overall meal.

Provide serving spoons that allow guests to scoop up both the cheesy top layer and the tender potatoes underneath.

Ensure each portion includes a good amount of the rendered bacon and onion drippings if any have accumulated at the bottom of the pot during the slow cooking process.

Frequently asked questions

Recipe card

Slow Cooker Maroilles and Beer Tartiflette

Prep 10 minCook 4 hRest 5 minTotal 4 h 15 minServes 4

Ingredients

• 8 oz smoked bacon lardons
• 1.5 lb potatoes, peeled and sliced
• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
• 1 piece Maroilles cheese, sliced

Instructions

1. Place the smoked bacon lardons into the bottom of the slow cooker insert. Distribute the bacon evenly to ensure the base flavor develops as it cooks over the four-hour period.
2. Layer the peeled and sliced potatoes over the bacon. Sprinkle the ground black pepper over the potatoes to add depth to the dish.
3. Arrange the thick slices of Maroilles cheese across the top of the potatoes. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours until the cheese is melted and bubbling.

Contains: milk

Estimated nutrition per serving

Calories

420

Protein

18.5 g

Carbohydrates

32 g

Fat

24 g

Fiber

3.5 g

Sugar

1.2 g

Sodium

850 mg

Automatic estimate from the ingredient list, not laboratory-verified.