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Creamy Crockpot Mashed Potatoes for a Crowd

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These creamy crockpot mashed potatoes are completely hands-off, perfect for large gatherings, and stay warm for hours. Made with simple ingredients, they deliver unbelievably creamy texture without any stress.

Ingredients

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  • 5 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened and cut into chunks
  • 1 cup whole milk, warmed
  • 2 teaspoons salt, plus more to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped (for garnish, optional)
  • Extra butter pats for melting on top (optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash and peel all 5 pounds of potatoes. Cut them into uniform 1-inch cubes. Rinse the cubed potatoes in cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. Spray your crockpot with non-stick spray or rub it with butter. Add the cubed potatoes, then scatter the cubed butter and cream cheese chunks over the top. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and minced garlic if using. Pour the warmed milk over everything. Don’t stir yet.
  3. Cover and cook on LOW for 4 to 5 hours or on HIGH for 2.5 to 3 hours, until fork-tender.
  4. Turn off the crockpot or switch it to warm. Use a potato masher for chunkier potatoes or a hand mixer for ultra-smooth mash. Start on low speed and work up to medium, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
  6. Keep warm in the crockpot on the warm setting until serving. Stir occasionally and add a splash of warm milk or extra butter if they start to look dry.

Notes

Cut potatoes evenly for even cooking. Warm milk before adding to avoid shocking the potatoes. Don’t overmix to prevent gummy texture. Use full-fat dairy for best results. Season in layers for deeper flavor. Potatoes can be made ahead and reheated.

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