CROCK POT GARLIC SMASHED RED POTATOES

Steps:

• 1. 1 Halve or quarter potatoes as necessary to make similar size pieces. 2. 2 Place in a 4 to 6 quart crock pot. 3. 3 Add garlic, oil, salt and water; mix well to coat all potato pieces. 4. 4 Cover and cook on HIGH for 3-1/2 to 4-1/2 hours or until potato pieces are tender. 5. 5 With a fork or potato masher, mash potatoes and garlic. 6. 6 Stir in cream cheese until well blended. 7. 7 Stir in enough milk for soft serving consistency. 8. 8 Serve immediately, or cover and hold in slow cooker on LOW setting for up to 2 hours. 9. 9 I have used a 3 ounce piece of cream cheese, cubed, in place of the tub of cream cheese and chives and onions.