Crock Pot Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Crock Pot Mashed Potatoes Recipe

12 servings
Mashed potatoes prepared in the slow cooker are delicious, easy and convenient.  They are a perfect solution for busy holidays such as Thanksgiving, when each stove burner is in high demand.

Ingredients

  • 5 lbs small red skinned potatoes

    Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes will also work

  • 2 cups chicken broth

    or vegetable broth

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 tsp salt*
  • 1 tsp pepper*
  • 1 tsp garlic powder

    or onion powder

  • 1/2 cup whole milk

    substitute light cream, heavy cream, even sour cream or cream cheese if you prefer

Directions

  1. 1

    Wash potatoes, leaving skin on.

  2. 2

    Toss everything but milk and ¾ stick of butter in a crockpot.

  3. 3

    Cook on high for 5 hours.

  4. 4

    At around the 4 hour mark, while still in the slow cooker, take a knife and cut potatoes into chunks (while still in the slow cooker.) Then cook the remaining hour.

  5. 5

    Add milk and ¾ stick of butter. Mash until desired consistency. The water gets mashed right in, no need to drain.

  6. 6

    Lower slow cooker temp to warm.

Crock Pot Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Crock Pot Mashed Potatoes Recipe

305 min12 servings

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About this Recipe

Tired of juggling pots and pans during holiday meal prep? This Crock Pot Mashed Potatoes Recipe is your ultimate secret weapon, delivering creamy, comforting mashed potatoes without monopolizing precious stove-top space.

Why This Recipe Works

This recipe shines by harnessing the magic of your slow cooker, transforming humble potatoes into a delicious, hands-off side dish. It's the perfect solution for busy holidays like Thanksgiving, allowing you to focus on other culinary creations while your mashed potatoes cook to perfection. The long, slow cooking process ensures uniform tenderness and a rich flavor profile.

What truly sets these mashed potatoes apart is their incredible ease and convenience. You'll achieve a consistently creamy texture with minimal effort, making this a go-to recipe for both special occasions and weeknight dinners. Using red-skinned potatoes provides a lovely visual, while Yukon Gold or Russet varieties offer classic creamy or fluffy results.

Expect a wonderfully smooth and rich side dish, deeply seasoned with savory chicken broth, butter, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. The slow cooking infuses every bite with flavor, culminating in a comforting side that pairs beautifully with any main course. This method ensures your mashed potatoes are always warm and ready to serve, exactly when you need them.

Customization & Variations

Feel free to personalize your slow cooker mashed potatoes. For a vegetarian option, simply swap the chicken broth for vegetable broth. If you're looking for different textures, experiment with Yukon Gold potatoes for an extra creamy mash or Russet potatoes for a fluffier consistency. You can also adjust the richness by using light cream, heavy cream, sour cream, or even cream cheese instead of whole milk.

Serving & Context

These Crock Pot Mashed Potatoes are an ideal accompaniment for any holiday feast, especially Thanksgiving, freeing up valuable oven and stove space. They also make a fantastic, fuss-free addition to any family dinner, providing a comforting and hearty side.

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