Crock Pot Garlic Smashed Red Potatoes

4.5(21)

I don't remember where I got this recipe, but it has become one of our favorites. You can cover any leftover potatoes and refrigerate or freeze. Reheat quickly in the microwave, adding a little milk for desired consistency.

by Nancy G.·published 2004-11-03

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Potato

Servings

(4–6)

Total time

4h 40m

prep 10 min

Calories / serving

319 kcal

Ingredients (7)

serves

3 lbs red potatoespotato
4 garlic cloves, mincedgarlic
2 tablespoons olive oilolive-oil
1 teaspoon saltsalt
1/2 cup waterwater
1/2 cup cream cheese with chives and onions (from an 8-ounce tub)cream
1/4-1/2 cup milkmilk

Instructions (9 steps)

01Halve or quarter potatoes as necessary to make similar size pieces.
02Place in a 4 to 6 quart crock pot.
03Add garlic, oil, salt and water; mix well to coat all potato pieces.
04Cover and cook on HIGH for 3-1/2 to 4-1/2 hours or until potato pieces are tender.
05With a fork or potato masher, mash potatoes and garlic.
06Stir in cream cheese until well blended.

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