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Basic Crock Pot Mashed Potatoes Recipe

These incredibly easy Crock-Pot mashed potatoes are perfect for a big gathering or a cozy weeknight meal! Minimal prep in the morning means maximum flavor and time saved. Cooked low and slow overnight, these fluffy potatoes were a HUGE hit at my recent lunch for 20 – they disappeared in minutes! Serve them alongside your favorite roasted meats, gravy, or as a comforting side dish on their own. This recipe delivers classic mashed potato perfection with a convenient crock-pot twist.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 720 mins
Calories 210.6 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 5.0 (6 Reviews)
Basic Crock Pot Mashed Potatoes 134

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Basic Crock Pot Mashed Potatoes

  • 3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
  • 1 teaspoon salt
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  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, plus extra for dotting (optional)
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  • 4 cups water
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup warm milk or cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • fresh herbs (optional)

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How to Make Basic Crock Pot Mashed Potatoes

  1. Peel and quarter 3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes.
  2. Place potatoes in a 6-quart slow cooker. Add 4 cups of water to cover.
  3. Cook on low for 8-10 hours, or on high for 4-6 hours, until potatoes are fork-tender.
  4. Carefully drain the potatoes, reserving about 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid.
  5. Return potatoes to the slow cooker. Add 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, 1/2 cup warm milk or cream, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  6. Mash with a potato masher or electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add reserved cooking liquid, 1 tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
  7. Stir in 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional).
  8. Dot with extra butter and fresh herbs (optional).
  9. If transporting, keep the crock pot on low for up to 3 hours. Stir gently before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

30g

Carbs

9g

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