Throw raw russet potato slices into the slow cooker with three easy ingredients and you’ll have a comforting dinner that disappears fast.

Sometimes the most effortless recipes deliver the biggest payoff. With just a few ingredients and a slow cooker, raw sliced potatoes transform into a rich, cheesy, garlicky comfort dish that feels like it took far more effort than it did.

There’s no need to boil, babysit, or stir. Simply combine everything, set the timer, and let the slow cooker handle …