SLOW COOKER LOADED MASHED POTATOES (WITH OPTIONAL BACON)

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A seriously easy Crock Pot mashed potato recipe, these loaded mashed potatoes are trashed up (in the best possible way) with butter, sour cream, scallions, cheddar cheese, and - of course - bacon for the meat-eaters.

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 5h15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 pounds red potatoes (scrubbed clean and cut into 2-inch pieces)
4 tablespoons butter (cut into squares + more for serving if desired)
1 teaspoon salt + additional salt if desired
1/3 cup water or vegetable broth
1/2 cup half-and-half plus more if needed
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup + 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese (divided)
1 bunch scallions (chopped & divided)
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
2-4 slices bacon or turkey bacon (cooked, drained, and crumbled)

Steps:

  • Add potatoes to a 3-quart or larger slow cooker. Dot with the butter and sprinkle on the salt. Pour water or vegetable broth over the top. Cook on high for 4-5 hours or low 7-8 hours, or until potatoes are fork-tender. Turn off the slow cooker, remove the lid, and let cool for a few minutes.
  • Add 1/2 cup half-and-half and sour cream. Mash and stir with a potato masher until well-combined. Add more half-and-half for a thinner consistency, if desired. Stir in 1 cup cheddar cheese and most of the scallions, reserving some of the green slices for garnish. Taste and add additional salt and some pepper if desired.
  • Transfer to a medium-size casserole dish or serving bowl, piling the potatoes lightly. Add additional butter, if desired, and top with the remaining cheddar cheese and the remaining scallions. Pass with the bacon in a separate bowl so diners can top with bacon if desired (or leave it off if they prefer).

THE JUGGERNAUT
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These loaded mashed potatoes were so good! I made them for a potluck, and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them. The potatoes were creamy and fluffy, and the toppings were all delicious. I will definitely be making these again.


SN Nahim
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I've made these loaded mashed potatoes several times now, and they're always a hit! I love that I can make them in the slow cooker, which frees up my oven for other dishes. The potatoes are always creamy and fluffy, and the toppings are all delicious


islamic tv9128
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These loaded mashed potatoes were easy to make and turned out great! I used a slow cooker, which made it even easier. The potatoes were cooked perfectly, and the toppings were all flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking


Mehedi Hasan Hasan
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I'm not a fan of mashed potatoes, but these loaded mashed potatoes were amazing! The cheese, bacon, and sour cream really took them to the next level. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves mashed potatoes.


Ya Khan
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These loaded mashed potatoes were so good! I made them for a potluck, and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them. The potatoes were creamy and fluffy, and the toppings were all delicious. I will definitely be making these again.


Gabriel Hairybull
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I've made these loaded mashed potatoes several times now, and they're always a hit! I love that I can make them in the slow cooker, which frees up my oven for other dishes. The potatoes are always creamy and fluffy, and the toppings are all delicious


Chumani Chusr
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These loaded mashed potatoes were easy to make and turned out great! I used a slow cooker, which made it even easier. The potatoes were cooked perfectly, and the toppings were all flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking


Wasy Young
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I made these loaded mashed potatoes for my family last night, and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them, even my picky kids. The potatoes were creamy and fluffy, and the toppings were all delicious. I will definitely be making these again soo


Esther Trujillo
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I'm not a big fan of mashed potatoes, but these loaded mashed potatoes were amazing! The cheese, bacon, and sour cream really took them to the next level. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves mashed potatoes.


Eyob Solomon
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These loaded mashed potatoes were a hit at my Thanksgiving dinner! I made them exactly as the recipe said, and they turned out creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor. The bacon added a nice touch of smokiness. I will definitely be making these again.