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Mashed Potatoes (Slow Cooker)

Mashed Potatoes (Slow Cooker)
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A comforting, creamy, and hands-off Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes recipe that produces fluffy, buttery mashed potatoes with minimal effort. Perfect for busy days, holiday dinners, or meal prep, this recipe ensures consistent creaminess by slow cooking potatoes to perfect tenderness and locking in rich flavors.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold or Russet Potatoes, peeled and cut into 1.5 inch chunks
  • 4 tablespoons Butter
  • 1 to 1 1/2 cups Milk or Cream (whole milk or half-and-half recommended)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground Black Pepper, to taste
  • 2–3 cloves Garlic (optional, whole or minced)

Instructions

  1. Prep the Potatoes: Peel the potatoes and cut them into uniform chunks approximately 1.5 inches in size to ensure even cooking and tender texture throughout.
  2. Add Ingredients to the Slow Cooker: Place the potato chunks into the slow cooker. Add butter, a pinch of salt, and enough milk or cream to partially cover the potatoes. Stir gently to combine all the ingredients.
  3. Cook Low and Slow: Set the slow cooker to low heat and cook the potatoes for 4 to 5 hours. This slow cooking process gently breaks down the potatoes evenly without making them watery or gluey.
  4. Mash and Season: When the potatoes are tender, use a potato masher or hand mixer to mash them directly in the slow cooker. Add more milk or butter as needed to achieve your preferred creamy consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Keep Warm or Serve: After mashing, switch the slow cooker to the warm setting to keep the mashed potatoes at an ideal serving temperature until ready to eat.

Notes

  • Cut potatoes uniformly to ensure even cooking and avoid undercooked or mushy pieces.
  • Do not stir or mash the potatoes before they are fully cooked to prevent gummy texture.
  • Add milk or cream gradually while mashing to prevent watery mashed potatoes.
  • Warm milk or cream before adding for smoother texture and better incorporation.
  • Test for doneness by piercing potatoes with a fork before mashing to avoid lumps or hard bits.

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Keywords: mashed potatoes, slow cooker, creamy mashed potatoes, hands-off side dish, comfort food, holiday side, easy mashed potatoes, make ahead mashed potatoes

Find it online: https://gourmetglazing.com/mashed-potatoes-slow-cooker/