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Slow Cooker Creamy Mashed Potatoes

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
Easy slow cooker mashed potatoes recipe, homemade with simple ingredients. Rich, smooth, creamy, loaded with sour cream, cheese and garlic.
Yield: 8 People

Ingredients

  • 5 pounds Potatoes, Peeled, cut into small 1.5 inch cubes
  • 1 cup Chicken broth, Low sodium
  • 4 cloves Garlic, Finely minced
  • 1/3 cup Butter, Unsalted, Diced
  • Salt, To taste
  • Pepper, To taste
  • 2/3 cup Sour cream, Full fat
  • 1/2- 3/4 cup Milk, Hot, Whole or 2%
  • 1/2 cup Cheese, Combination of cheddar and parmesan cheese, Shredded
  • 1-2 stalks Green onions, Thinly sliced, For garnish
  • 1 tbsp Additional cheddar cheese, Shredded, For garnish

Instructions 

  • Add the potatoes, broth, garlic, butter, salt, pepper into a 6qt (or bigger) crockpot.
  • Cover and cook on High heat for 4 hours or on Low heat for 7-8 hours or until potatoes are very soft and tender.
  • Use a potato masher or electric mixer to mash the potatoes.
  • Add sour cream, milk, cheese and mix until thoroughly combined.
  • Garnish with green onions and cheddar cheese. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Read all my tips above.
  • Leftovers can be stored in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 2 days and can be reheated in the microwave. You may need to add a splash of milk, if the potatoes are looking too dry. 

Nutrition

Calories: 379kcal, Carbohydrates: 53g, Protein: 9g, Fat: 15g, Saturated Fat: 9g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 42mg, Sodium: 268mg, Potassium: 1314mg, Fiber: 6g, Sugar: 5g, Vitamin A: 510IU, Vitamin C: 59mg, Calcium: 157mg, Iron: 2mg
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 379
Author: Abeer Rizvi