Ingredients:

  • 5 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 4 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 1 tsp fine sea salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed and softened
  • 8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened and cubed
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream, warmed
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Fresh chives or parsley for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Peel and cube your Yukon Gold potatoes. Aim for uniform 1/2 inch pieces. Note: This size is the sweet spot for 4 hours of cooking.
  2. Transfer potatoes to the slow cooker. Toss them with your smashed garlic cloves and that teaspoon of fine sea salt so every cube is lightly seasoned.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth. Don't worry that it doesn't cover the potatoes! Note: We are steaming, not boiling; the liquid at the bottom is plenty.
  4. Seal and set the timer. Cook on High for 4 hours (or Low for 6 to 7 hours) until a fork slides in with zero resistance.
  5. Check for doneness. At the 4 hour mark, the potatoes should look pale and soft. If they resist the fork at all, give them another 20 minutes.
  6. Add the fats. Do not drain any liquid! Drop in the softened butter and the cubed cream cheese.
  7. Introduce the warmed cream. Pour the 1/2 cup of warmed heavy cream over the fats. Note: Warming the cream is non negotiable for a velvety finish.
  8. Mash to your heart's content. Use a masher for rustic texture or a hand mixer on low until the mixture looks like soft, pillowy clouds.
  9. Season and finish. Fold in the black pepper and taste. Add more salt if needed, then top with fresh chives right before serving. | Method | Time | Texture | Best For | |--------|------|---------|----------| | Slow Cooker | 4 hours 20 mins | Dense, rich, velvety | Low stress holiday hosting | | Stovetop Boiling | 45 minutes | Light, fluffy, clean | Quick weeknight dinners | | Oven Roasted | 1 hour 15 mins | Chunky, crisp edges | Rustic family style meals | No Bake Cheesecake Recipe in 25 Minutes Creamy Dessert — Master this no bake cheesecake recipe for a creamy, classic dessert. Includes... $img_2$