Basic Crock Pot Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Ingredients for Basic Crock Pot Mashed Potatoes

• 3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• White Pepper
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
• Sour Cream
• Half And Half

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.