Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes {Slow Cooker}
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes prepared effortlessly in your slow cooker. The creamy texture and rich flavor of red potatoes combined with the sweet, mellow notes of roasted garlic create a side dish that’s perfect for any occasion—from cozy weeknight dinners to festive family gatherings. With just a handful of simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can let your slow cooker work its magic while filling your home with an irresistible aroma. This recipe is not only delicious but also versatile, allowing you to customize it to suit your taste. Enjoy every creamy bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs red potatoes, cut into 1 ½ inch pieces
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 1 head roasted garlic (12–15 cloves)
- ¼ cup (4 tablespoons) salted butter
- 1 ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup vegetable or chicken broth
- ⅓–½ cup heavy cream (to preference)
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
Instructions
- Prepare your slow cooker by spraying the inside with cooking spray. Add chopped red potatoes, roasted garlic cloves, butter, fresh thyme, salt, pepper, and broth. Stir gently.
- Cover and cook on high for 4-5 hours or low for 7-8 hours until potatoes are tender.
- Add heavy cream gradually to reach your desired creaminess. Use a hand mixer or potato masher to blend until smooth.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed, then sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg