Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes {Slow Cooker}
Indulge in the comforting warmth of Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes made effortlessly in your slow cooker. This creamy side dish is infused with the savory richness of roasted garlic and fresh thyme, making it a beloved staple for family dinners and festive gatherings alike. With minimal preparation, you can set your slow cooker and forget it, allowing all the flavors to meld beautifully while you go about your day. Perfectly fluffy and customizable to your taste, these mashed potatoes are guaranteed to delight everyone around your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: Cook time: 4 hours (high) or 7 hours (low)
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Red potatoes
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 1 head roasted garlic (12–15 cloves)
- ¼ cup salted butter
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup vegetable or chicken broth
- ⅓–½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
Instructions
- Spray the inside of a three-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Add red potatoes, thyme, roasted garlic cloves, butter, salt, pepper, and broth. Stir gently to combine and cover.
- Set your slow cooker on high for 4-5 hours or low for 7-8 hours until potatoes are tender.
- Once cooked, add heavy cream starting with ⅓ cup; adjust to desired creaminess.
- Mash the ingredients using a hand mixer or potato masher until smooth. Adjust seasonings as needed.
- Serve topped with chopped parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg