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You've gotta have a go-to mashed potato recipe, and this one is a winner. The creamy, garlicky result is convincing enough on its own, but the convenience of the crockpot is a game changer.

2 pounds baking potatoes, unpeeled, cut in 1/2-inch cubes
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons butter, cut in bits
1 1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup milk, more as needed
Combine the potato cubes, water, butter, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper in the crock pot. Stir well.
Cover the crock pot and cook on low heat for 5 hours or until the potatoes are soft. Add the milk to the crock pot and mash the potatoes with a potato masher or electric mixer. Mix until smooth.
Add more milk if needed for desired consistency. Serve hot.
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August 8, 2013
HEAVENLY!!!