Crazy Cooler Cooked Potatoes Recipe

Name: Crazy Cooler Cooked Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (3 ounce) package crab boil; 20 lbs red potatoes; 5 cups cheddar cheese, shredded; 2 lbs butter; salt & pepper; Optional Additions; chives (optional); bacon bits (optional); sour cream (optional); green onion, chopped. (optional); chives (optional); creole seasoning (optional)

Servings: persons

1 (3 ounce) package crab boil
20 lbs red potatoes
5 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
2 lbs butter
salt & pepper
Optional Additions
chives (optional)
bacon bits (optional)
sour cream (optional)
green onion, chopped. (optional)
chives (optional)
creole seasoning (optional)

1
Start with boiling pot of hot water. Add salt pepper and crab boil bag for flavor to the boiling water.
2
Add 20 lbs of chopped up red skin potatoes. Leave skins on if you desire. Boil until potatoes are almost done. I cook them til they are fork tender and just about done- as long as they are not mushy they will be fine. If you have taken them too far and they are cooked more than you like just let them cool until they are warm but not steaming before putting them in the cooler.You may want to warm the add ins before tossing them into the cooler to ensure they melt.
3
Dump boiled potatoes into clean cooler/ice chest Igloo type cooler. (We use a brand new one or one that has been cleaned well with bleach and rinsed well).
4
With clean plastic gloves and a long knife, slice through the entire 'mess' of food, cutting and slicing through to make the pieces as small as you like. This will also help to mix it well. Cut as much as you like and REMEMBER the potatoes are HOT- so be careful!
5
Optional Ingredients: You can either serve them separately and allow your guests to add their own OR you can add them now using the knife method.
6
Now, close the lid of the cooler and lock them up. Make sure NO ONE opens it! The steam will continue to cook the potatoes.
7
They will stay warm for HOURS and be ready and perfect when you are ready to serve.
8
PS. You CAN do these in a foil pan too for easy clean up. You can even put the pan in the cooler! Or line the cooler with foil!

4161

kcal

Calories

255

Fat

389

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (3 ounce) package crab boil, 20 lbs red potatoes, 5 cups cheddar cheese, shredded, 2 lbs butter, and more.

Yes, Crazy Cooler Cooked Potatoes falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Crazy Cooler Cooked Potatoes

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Variations & substitutions

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