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We had the most stress-free Thanksgiving ever. It was great. I think the biggest reason it was so nice, besides God’s grace, was that I really tried to think ahead and prepare the food accordingly. I remember Thanksgivings of the past, busily working, sweating, trying to get the dinner on the table, and in particular those mashed potatoes, so we wouldn’t be an hour late from the scheduled feasting time. I used one of my 3 slow cookers this year and got those potatoes going in the morning, so by the time feasting time came, they were nice and tender.
I made 2 different kinds of mashed potatoes since my sister needed something lactose free, so I’ll share both recipes with you. This might be good to do for Christmas.
Ingredients
- 1 potato/person, cubed (I used 10 Russet potatoes with skins on: more nutrients and time saver!)
- Water, enough to barely cover the bottom of the slow cooker
- 8oz brick cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 C milk, add more for desired creaminess
- 2 T minced garlic (optional)
- 1 t thyme
Instructions
- Put cubed potatoes in the slow cooker with enough water to barely cover the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Cook on high for 4-5 hours or low 6-8 hours.
- Add the softened cream cheese, milk, garlic and thyme.
- Use a hand mixer, and mixed to desired consistency, adding additional milk for creamier mashed potatoes.
- Enjoy with your favorite topping, cheese or gravy.
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- Taken by SSarr
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- Lactose Free
Ingredients
- 1 potato/person, cubed (I used 1 Russet potatoes with skins on: more nutrients and time saver!)
- Water, enough to barely cover the bottom of the slow cooker
- 2 T olive oil, add more for desired creaminess
- 1/2 t minced garlic (optional)
- 1/4 t thyme
Instructions
- Put cubed potatoes in the slow cooker with enough water to barely cover the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Cook on high for 4-5 hours or low 6-8 hours.
- Add the olive oil, garlic and thyme.
- Use a hand mixer, and mixed to desired consistency, adding additional olive oil for creamier mashed potatoes.
- Taken by SSarr
Update: Before serving, I added a handful of diced, raw kale to the recipe to get more greens in. I thought it was a very subtle and nice addition. The kale softened against the warmed potatoes.
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Great idea! I’m pinning this for later. That definitely simplifies mashed potatoes!!
I usually do my potatoes in my pressure cooker. I hadn’t thought about using my crock pot for mashed potatoes. Thanks for sharing.
This is a wonderful idea!
Great idea! I know I always under utilize my crock pot for things like this. I will def give this a try! Thanks for the post!
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