Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes {Slow Cooker}
Indulge in the rich flavor of Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes made effortlessly in your slow cooker. This creamy side dish is infused with the sweet, caramelized taste of roasted garlic, creating a comforting addition to any meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, these mashed potatoes are not only simple to prepare but also versatile enough to complement a variety of main courses. With just a few ingredients and minimal hands-on time, you can set it and forget it, allowing the slow cooker to work its magic. Get ready for a side dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-8 hours
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs. red potatoes, cut into 1½ inch pieces
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 1 head roasted garlic (12–15 cloves)
- ¼ cup salted butter
- 1½ teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup vegetable or chicken broth
- ⅓–½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
Instructions
- Spray your slow cooker with cooking spray. Add red potatoes, thyme, roasted garlic, butter, salt, black pepper, and broth.
- Cover and cook on high for 4-5 hours or low for 7-8 hours until potatoes are tender.
- Add heavy cream gradually while mashing until you achieve desired consistency.
- Season to taste and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup (120g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg