Slow-Cooker Home-Style Mashed Potatoes

1. 1

   Toss the potatoes, butter, 1 tablespoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper together in a 6-quart slow cooker.

2. 2

   Add 1 cup of water, then cover and cook on high until the potatoes are tender, about 4 hours.

3. 3

   (The potatoes might have browned lightly in spots but that is okay.)

4. 4

   Remove the lid and add the sour cream and 1 1/2 cups warm milk to the potatoes.

5. 5

   Use a potato masher to smash the potatoes until they are mostly smooth.

6. 6

   If the potatoes need to be thinned out, stir in the remaining 1/2 cup warm milk.

7. 7

   Season to taste with additional salt and pepper.

8. 8

   Garnish with chives.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.