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Easy Crockpot Mashed Potatoes Recipe for Thanksgiving

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These creamy, buttery crockpot mashed potatoes are the ultimate stress-free side dish for Thanksgiving. Made with simple ingredients and cooked low and slow, they free up stovetop space and stay warm for hours.

Ingredients

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  • 5 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks
  • 1 cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks), cut into pieces
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1/2 to 3/4 cup milk or heavy cream, warmed
  • Fresh chives or parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Peel all 5 pounds of Yukon Gold potatoes and cut into 2-inch chunks. Rinse in cold water to remove excess starch.
  2. Place potato chunks in a 6-quart crockpot. Pour 1 cup chicken broth over the top, scatter 1 cup butter pieces evenly, and sprinkle with 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Do not add water.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until potatoes are fork-tender.
  4. Turn off the crockpot or switch to warm. Add softened cream cheese and sour cream. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  5. Mash potatoes in the crockpot with a potato masher until desired consistency. For smoother potatoes, use a hand mixer on low for 30 seconds (do not overmix).
  6. Warm milk or heavy cream in the microwave for 30 seconds. Gradually stir in until potatoes reach desired consistency. Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
  7. Switch crockpot to warm setting to keep potatoes hot for up to 4 hours. Stir occasionally. If too thick, stir in a splash of warm milk.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature dairy. Do not overmix to avoid gummy texture. Potatoes can be made a day ahead and reheated in the crockpot on low for 2-3 hours with a splash of warm milk.

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