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Creamy garlic mashed potatoes with sour cream in a ceramic bowl

Garlic Mashed Potatoes with Sour Cream Slow Cooker Recipe

Garlic mashed potatoes are a creamy, comforting side dish with a rustic texture and rich garlic flavor. This easy slow cooker recipe is perfect for gatherings or cozy family meals when you want a satisfying homemade potato dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 12 about one-cup servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 260
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 5 pounds Russet potatoes, chopped into 1 or 2 inch pieces
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 3-5 large cloves fresh garlic
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 teaspoons salt

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Add the potatoes, milk, broth, and garlic to a slow cooker, keeping the garlic on top of the potatoes. Cover and cook for 4-5 hours on high or 7-8 hours on low.
  2. Once the potatoes are very tender, mash them directly in the slow cooker bowl until the desired texture is reached. An electric mixer can also be used carefully to mix the potatoes while avoiding splashing.
  3. Mix in the salt, butter, and sour cream. Adjust the seasoning and texture as needed, then serve.

Notes

More salt is often helpful in this recipe because potatoes absorb seasoning well. The finished potatoes can have a rustic texture with some lumps and pieces of potato skin. For an ultra-smooth result, cook the potatoes a little longer or use a potato ricer for a finer texture.