Slow Cooker Buttery Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes

Enjoy smooth, tasty mashed potatoes that are easy to make in a slow cooker. This recipe makes a comforting side dish that goes well with any meal by adding butter, garlic, and herbs to soft potatoes.

Ingredients:

• 5 lbs potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup milk
• 2 tsp dried parsley
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Place diced potatoes in the slow cooker

In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat

Add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant

Pour chicken broth over potatoes in the slow cooker, then pour in the melted butter and garlic mixture

Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, or until potatoes are fork-tender

Once potatoes are cooked, mash them in the slow cooker using a potato masher or fork

Stir in sour cream, milk, dried parsley, dried thyme, salt, and pepper until well combined

Cook on low for an additional 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld

Serve hot, garnished with additional butter or herbs if desired