Slow Cooker Buttery Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes
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4.9
Slow Cooker Buttery Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes
Description
This recipe calls for chopped red potatoes cooked in a greased slow cooker on high or low until tender. Once cooked, butter and a blend of seasonings including minced garlic, parsley, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper are added along with sour cream and milk. The ingredients are mashed together with a hand mixer or masher to create a creamy, flavorful mash.
The mix of fresh and dried herbs brings an herby aroma and taste, while the sour cream adds tang and richness. Using the slow cooker frees the cook from close attention and enables hands-off preparation, with tender potatoes that absorb the buttery garlic herb spread evenly.
This comforting side dish pairs well with a variety of main courses and is suitable for casual meals or gatherings. It keeps warm in the slow cooker until ready to serve.
The recipe can be doubled for larger groups, adjusting cook time upward. Be mindful that over-mashing may cause a gluey texture; gentle mashing is best for fluffy potatoes.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds potato washed and chopped into 2-inch pieces, (you don't need to peel them, red
- 4 tablespoons butter
- ½ cup sour cream (or plain greek yogurt)
- 1 tablespoon garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon parsley or 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes, finely chopped, fresh
- ½ teaspoon basil dried or fresh
- ¼ teaspoon oregano dried
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup milk
Instructions
- Add chopped potatoes to a greased slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 2-3 hours or 5-6 hours on low.
- When potatoes are cooked and fork-tender, add all remaining ingredients (let the butter melt for a couple of minutes). Use a hand mixer or a masher to mash the potatoes. (*see note) Serve warm.
Notes
- This recipe can be doubled; increase cooking time by 1-2 hours for larger quantities.
- To avoid gluey mashed potatoes, mash gently and avoid overworking the potatoes.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 158 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 158kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 26g | 9% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 12mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 833mg | 35% |
| Potassium | 752mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 165IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 14mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 64mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
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