{"id":99310,"date":"2025-09-11T08:57:58","date_gmt":"2025-09-11T08:57:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/2025\/09\/11\/creamy-and-delicious-crockpot-mashed-potatoes\/"},"modified":"2025-09-11T08:57:58","modified_gmt":"2025-09-11T08:57:58","slug":"creamy-and-delicious-crockpot-mashed-potatoes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/2025\/09\/11\/creamy-and-delicious-crockpot-mashed-potatoes\/","title":{"rendered":"Creamy and Delicious Crockpot Mashed Potatoes"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aff-disc\">\n<p>This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/privacy-policy\/\">disclosure policy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image-container\" style=\"display:none;\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" width=\"952\" height=\"2000\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image\" data-pin-description=\"You MUST TRY these crockpot mashed potatoes! They are so creamy and delicous, plus they are super easy to make! Which makes them the perfect side for any meal.\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Crockpot-Mashed-Potatoes-1.png\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Crockpot-Mashed-Potatoes-1.png\"\/><img width=\"952\" height=\"2000\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Crockpot-Mashed-Potatoes-1.png\" class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image\" data-pin-description=\"You MUST TRY these crockpot mashed potatoes! They are so creamy and delicous, plus they are super easy to make! Which makes them the perfect side for any meal.\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Crockpot-Mashed-Potatoes-1.png\" alt=\"\"\/><\/div>\n<p><input class=\"jpibfi\" type=\"hidden\"\/><\/p>\n<p>You MUST TRY these crockpot mashed potatoes! They are so <strong>creamy and delicious<\/strong> and super easy to make! Which makes them the <strong>perfect side<\/strong> for any meal.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img width=\"667\" height=\"1000\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/crockpotmashedpotatoes-667x1000.jpg\" alt=\"Mashed potatoes in a crockpot. \" class=\"wp-image-150548\" style=\"width:728px;height:auto\" title=\"You MUST TRY these crockpot mashed potatoes! They are so creamy and delicous, plus they are super easy to make! Which makes them the perfect side for any meal.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crockpot-mashed-potatoes\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Super Easy Crockpot Mashed Potatoes\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/crockpotmashedpotatoes-667x1000.jpg\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner cwp-large\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading block-tip__title\" id=\"h-the-scoop-on-why-these-potatoes-rule\">The Scoop on Why These Potatoes Rule<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>I<strong>t\u2019s basically hands-off!<\/strong> Toss the potatoes in the crockpot and let it do the work while you tackle the rest of your day.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fewer dishes = happy you!<\/strong> Everything cooks in one pot, which means less mess and more time to actually enjoy dinner.<\/li>\n<li><strong>You\u2019re in control!<\/strong> Like them chunky, smooth, or whipped? You get to decide to mash, mix, or rice them however you love best.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block-reader-review cwp-large\">\n<div class=\"block-reader-review__inner\"><!-- .block-reader-review__stars --><\/p>\n<p class=\"block-reader-review__title\">A Reader\u2019s Review<\/p>\n<div class=\"block-reader-review__quote\">\n<p>Fantastic! Made them today for Thanksgiving, and this is how I\u2019ll always make mashed potatoes from now on. Great and easy! Thanks<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-reader-review__quote --><\/p>\n<p>\u2013 Brenda<\/p>\n<p><!-- .block-reader-review__citation --><\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-reader-review__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-reader-review --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips cwp-large\"><!-- .block-quick-tips__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-slow-cooker-mashed-potato-ingredients\">Slow Cooker Mashed Potato Ingredients<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" alt=\"Overhead shot of labeled ingredients.\" class=\"wp-image-311950\" title=\"You MUST TRY these crockpot mashed potatoes! They are so creamy and delicious and super easy to make! Which makes them the perfect side for any meal.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crockpot-mashed-potatoes\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Super Easy Crockpot Mashed Potatoes\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrockpotMashedPotatoes-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrockpotMashedPotatoes.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrockpotMashedPotatoes-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrockpotMashedPotatoes-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrockpotMashedPotatoes-150x100.png 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrockpotMashedPotatoes-1200x800.png\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrockpotMashedPotatoes-1200x800.png\" alt=\"Overhead shot of labeled ingredients.\" class=\"wp-image-311950\" title=\"You MUST TRY these crockpot mashed potatoes! They are so creamy and delicious and super easy to make! Which makes them the perfect side for any meal.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crockpot-mashed-potatoes\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Super Easy Crockpot Mashed Potatoes\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrockpotMashedPotatoes-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrockpotMashedPotatoes.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrockpotMashedPotatoes-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrockpotMashedPotatoes-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrockpotMashedPotatoes-150x100.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Broth Swap:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/chicken-broth\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">Chicken<\/a> broth or <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/homemade-vegetable-broth\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">vegetable broth<\/a> can replace water, but the potatoes may turn beige.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Milk or Cream:<\/strong> Milk or heavy cream can replace half &amp; half, but warm it first so the potatoes absorb it quickly and don\u2019t get gluey.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Potatoes:<\/strong> Use russet potatoes for classic creamy mash, or Yukon Golds for a richer flavor. Chop into \u00bd\u20131 inch pieces\u2014smaller chunks cook faster.<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"><strong>Liquid:<\/strong>\u00a0The potatoes don\u2019t need to be<\/span> submerged. Just add enough to steam. They\u2019ll absorb what\u2019s left when mashed along with the half &amp; half.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Garlic Mashed:<\/strong> Add a few cloves of garlic to the crockpot with the potatoes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Loaded Mashed:<\/strong> Stir in <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/air-fryer-bacon\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">bacon<\/a>, chives, shredded cheddar cheese, and sour cream before serving.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-make-crockpot-mashed-potatoes\">How to Make Crockpot Mashed Potatoes<\/h2>\n<p>If you want to save time and energy during the <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/holiday-recipes\/thanksgiving\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">holidays<\/a>, make this crockpot mashed potatoes recipe. The best part is they stay warm right in the crockpot until you\u2019re ready to serve!<\/p>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Add to Crockpot &amp; Cook:<\/strong> Add\u00a0the peeled and diced potatoes\u00a0and\u00a0water\u00a0to a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/crock-pot-6qt-cook-38-carry-programmable-slow-cooker-ceramic-lambrusco\/-\/A-91476609#lnk=sametab\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">5-quart crockpot<\/a>. Cover and cook for 4-5 hours on LOW, until the potatoes are very soft.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mash and Serve:<\/strong> Once cooked, add the half-and-half,\u00a0butter,\u00a0salt, and\u00a0pepper\u00a0to the soft potatoes. Use a hand potato masher, hand mixer, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/15oz-potato-ricer-heavy-duty-stainless-steel-potato-masher-and-ricer-kitchen-tool-nonslip-handle-press-and-mash-kitchen-gadget\/-\/A-1001056996#lnk=sametab\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">potato ricer<\/a> to mash the potatoes to your desired consistency. Overmixing makes them gluey. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Switch the crockpot to the WARM setting before covering and keeping warm for up to 2 hours.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped is-style-numbered wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"816\" data-id=\"312101\" alt=\"Someone pouring water in the crockpot.\" class=\"wp-image-312101\" title=\"You MUST TRY these crockpot mashed potatoes! They are so creamy and delicious and super easy to make! Which makes them the perfect side for any meal.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crockpot-mashed-potatoes\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Super Easy Crockpot Mashed Potatoes\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/CrockpotMashedPotatoes-1-2-1200x816.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/CrockpotMashedPotatoes-1-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/CrockpotMashedPotatoes-1-2-500x340.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/CrockpotMashedPotatoes-1-2-400x272.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/CrockpotMashedPotatoes-1-2-150x102.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/CrockpotMashedPotatoes-1-2-1200x816.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"816\" data-id=\"312101\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/CrockpotMashedPotatoes-1-2-1200x816.jpg\" alt=\"Someone pouring water in the crockpot.\" class=\"wp-image-312101\" title=\"You MUST TRY these crockpot mashed potatoes! They are so creamy and delicious and super easy to make! Which makes them the perfect side for any meal.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crockpot-mashed-potatoes\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Super Easy Crockpot Mashed Potatoes\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/CrockpotMashedPotatoes-1-2-1200x816.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/CrockpotMashedPotatoes-1-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/CrockpotMashedPotatoes-1-2-500x340.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/CrockpotMashedPotatoes-1-2-400x272.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/CrockpotMashedPotatoes-1-2-150x102.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"312100\" alt=\"Someone mashing the potatoes in the crockpot.\" class=\"wp-image-312100\" title=\"You MUST TRY these crockpot mashed potatoes! They are so creamy and delicious and super easy to make! Which makes them the perfect side for any meal.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crockpot-mashed-potatoes\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Super Easy Crockpot Mashed Potatoes\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/CrockpotMashedPotatoes-2-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/CrockpotMashedPotatoes-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/CrockpotMashedPotatoes-2-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/CrockpotMashedPotatoes-2-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/CrockpotMashedPotatoes-2-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/CrockpotMashedPotatoes-2-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"312100\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/CrockpotMashedPotatoes-2-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Someone mashing the potatoes in the crockpot.\" class=\"wp-image-312100\" title=\"You MUST TRY these crockpot mashed potatoes! They are so creamy and delicious and super easy to make! Which makes them the perfect side for any meal.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crockpot-mashed-potatoes\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Super Easy Crockpot Mashed Potatoes\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/CrockpotMashedPotatoes-2-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/CrockpotMashedPotatoes-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/CrockpotMashedPotatoes-2-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/CrockpotMashedPotatoes-2-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/CrockpotMashedPotatoes-2-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner cwp-large\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading block-tip__title\" id=\"h-alyssa-s-pro-tip\">Alyssa\u2019s Pro Tip<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Stirring:<\/strong> During the cooking time, stir once or twice to prevent browning, but avoid lifting the lid too often. This will prolong the cooking time and potentially cause the potatoes to brown.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block-area block-area-before-recipe\">\n<div class=\"block-pinterest-cta cwp-large\">\n<p class=\"block-pinterest-cta__title\">Pin this now to find it later<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crockpot-mashed-potatoes\/&amp;media=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Crockpot-Mashed-Potatoes-1.png&amp;description=Super Easy Crockpot Mashed Potatoes\" title=\"Share on Pinterest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" class=\"wp-element-button\" data-postid=\"150547\" data-pin-do=\"none\" data-social-network=\"Pinterest\" data-social-action=\"Pin\" data-social-target=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crockpot-mashed-potatoes\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Pin It<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-150551\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"150551\" data-servings=\"8\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-cwp-food---cook-mode\">\n<div class=\"cwp-food-content\">\n<p><label id=\"wprm-toggle-switch-2762784049\" class=\"wprm-toggle-switch wprm-toggle-switch-rounded wprm-toggle-switch-outside\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox-2762784049\" class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox\"\/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-slider\" style=\"--switch-height: 20px;\"\/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-label wprm-prevent-sleep-label wprm-block-text-bold\">Cook Mode<\/span><\/label><span class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-description wprm-block-text-normal\">Prevent your screen from going dark<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"recipe-150551-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-150551-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"150551\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-150551-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Add <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-150551-0 wprm-block-text-bold\">5 pounds peeled and diced Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes<\/span> and <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-150551-1 wprm-block-text-bold\">1 cup water<\/span> to a 5-quart crockpot. Cover and cook for 4-5 hours on LOW, until the potatoes are very soft. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-150551-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Add <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-150551-2 wprm-block-text-bold\">1 cup warm half and half<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-150551-3 wprm-block-text-bold\">\u00bd cup melted unsalted butter<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-150551-4 wprm-block-text-bold\">1 \u00bd teaspoon salt<\/span>, and <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-150551-5 wprm-block-text-bold\">\u00bd teaspoon ground black pepper<\/span> to the soft potatoes, then use a hand masher, hand mixer, or potato ricer to mash the potatoes to your desired consistency. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Switch the crockpot to the WARM setting before covering and keeping warm for up to 2 hours. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-150551-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><span data-start=\"91\" data-end=\"110\" style=\"display: block;\"><strong data-start=\"91\" data-end=\"108\">Keeping Warm:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"111\" data-end=\"175\">\n<span data-start=\"113\" data-end=\"175\" style=\"display: block;\">Keep mashed potatoes warm in the crockpot for up to 2 hours.<\/span>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"113\" data-end=\"175\">Add extra half &amp; half, \u00bc cup at a time, if they thicken as they sit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-start=\"250\" data-end=\"264\" style=\"display: block;\"><strong data-start=\"250\" data-end=\"262\">Storing:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"265\" data-end=\"353\">\n<li data-start=\"265\" data-end=\"353\">\n<span data-start=\"267\" data-end=\"353\" style=\"display: block;\">Cool completely, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.<\/span>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-start=\"355\" data-end=\"372\" style=\"display: block;\"><strong data-start=\"355\" data-end=\"370\">Make Ahead:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"373\" data-end=\"660\">\n<li data-start=\"373\" data-end=\"426\">\n<span data-start=\"375\" data-end=\"426\" style=\"display: block;\">Peel and chop potatoes up to 24 hours in advance.<\/span>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"427\" data-end=\"538\">\n<span data-start=\"429\" data-end=\"538\" style=\"display: block;\">Place in a large bowl, cover with cold water (at least 1 inch above potatoes), and cover with plastic wrap.<\/span>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"575\">\n<span data-start=\"541\" data-end=\"575\" style=\"display: block;\">Refrigerate until ready to cook.<\/span>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"576\" data-end=\"660\">\n<span data-start=\"578\" data-end=\"660\" style=\"display: block;\">Drain well and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel before adding to the crockpot.<\/span>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cwp-food-nutrition\">\n<div id=\"recipe-150551-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">366<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">53<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">7<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">15<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">9<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.5<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">41<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">472<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1227<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">465<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">16<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">74<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"cwp-food-nutrition__disclaimer has-min-font-size\">Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block-related-posts cwp-large\">\n<div class=\"block-post-listing layout-4up-list\">\n<header>\n<div class=\"block-post-listing__title\">\n<h2>Make it a Meal! <\/h2>\n<p>Whether you are making crockpot mashed potatoes for your Thanksgiving feast or to serve with <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/porcupine-meatballs\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">porcupine meatballs<\/a> on Tuesday, these potatoes will be the perfect fit. 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