Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes {Slow Cooker}
If you’re searching for a creamy, flavorful side dish that elevates any meal, these Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes made in a slow cooker are perfect for you. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also allows the rich flavors of roasted garlic and fresh herbs to shine through. Whether it’s a festive family gathering or a cozy weeknight dinner, these mashed potatoes will impress everyone at your table. With the convenience of the slow cooker, you can set it and forget it while focusing on other meal preparations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs. red potatoes
- 1 head roasted garlic (12–15 cloves)
- ¼ cup salted butter
- ½ cup vegetable or chicken broth
- ⅓–½ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 1 ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
Instructions
- Spray the inside of your slow cooker with cooking spray. Add potato pieces, roasted garlic cloves, butter, thyme, salt, pepper, and broth.
- Cover and cook on high for 4-5 hours or low for 7-8 hours until potatoes are tender.
- Once cooked, add heavy cream to achieve desired creaminess. Use a hand mixer or potato masher for texture.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving with chopped parsley on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg