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Million Dollar Mashed Potatoes

Creamy Million Dollar Mashed Potatoes That Steal the Show

Indulge in Million Dollar Mashed Potatoes—an exquisite twist on a classic side dish sure to elevate any meal with creamy richness.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Quick Meals
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 5 pounds Russet Potatoes or Yukon Golds for variation
  • 1/2 cup Salted Butter use unsalted if preferred
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened, or Neufchâtel for lighter option
  • 1/4 cup Milk any type of milk (dairy or plant-based)
  • 32 ounces Chicken Broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 1 cup Sour Cream or plain yogurt for a lighter variation
For Seasoning
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper fresh ground black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Crock Pot

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Peel and chop 5 pounds of russet potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Place in a 6-quart crock pot.
  2. Scatter 1/2 cup of cubed salted butter over the potatoes and cover with 32 ounces of chicken broth.
  3. Cover the crock pot and cook on high for 4 to 5 hours until fork-tender.
  4. Drain excess broth and mash potatoes to desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Mix in 1/2 cup of salted butter, 8 ounces of cream cheese, and 1/4 cup of milk. Adjust milk for desired creaminess.
  6. Cover and set crock pot to warm until ready to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These mashed potatoes can be made in advance and stored for quick reheating. Adjust milk for creaminess as needed.

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