Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes

 

Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes

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Mashed potatoes are a family favorite that make everyone feel warm inside!  Prepare them ahead of time in your slow cooker with healthier savory seasoning.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 4 hours hrs

Course Side Dish, Veggie Side-Dish

Cuisine American

Servings 6

Calories 130 kcal

Equipment

• Slow cooker

Ingredients

  

• 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes (about 1 pound)
• 1/2 cup skim milk
• 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/3 cup nonfat Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Optional garnish: fresh snipped chives or green onions

Instructions

 

• Wash potatoes, but don't peel. Cut into quarters. Peel garlic cloves.
• Place potatoes, milk, broth, salt, pepper and garlic cloves into slow cooker. Toss to combine.
• Cover and cook on high heat 3-4 hours or on low heat 6-8 hours.
• Use a fork to test if potatoes are tender. When cooked through, mash in the slow cooker with a potato masher or fork to desired consistency.
• Stir in yogurt and Parmesan cheese. Cover pot and heat through another 15-20 minutes before serving. Garnish if desired.

Notes

Smart Shopping Tips

• Yukon Gold potatoes are often called “yellow potatoes.”
• Select unblemished potatoes free of cuts. Reject those that have a green tint.
• Store potatoes in a cool, dark place away from other produce such as onions. Do not refrigerate.

Cooking & Serving Tips:

• If mashed potatoes seem too thin, stir in a little more Greek yogurt. If too thick, add a little more milk or broth.  Adjust seasoning as necessary.
• Unpeeled potatoes have more fiber and nutrition, but they can be peeled if desired.
• Russet and white potatoes can be used in this recipe.
• Unsweetened almond milk can be used instead of cow’s milk.  
• Cooking time can be shortened by cutting potatoes into smaller chunks.