Baked Mashed Potatoes

Directions

1. 1
   Peel and cut potatoes into quarters.
2. 2
   Boil just until soft.
3. 3
   Drain potatoes, reserving a moderate amount of the cooking water.
4. 4
   Start mashing potatoes by hand or in a mixer.
5. 5
   Add cream cheese, garlic salt, pepper, sour cream and butter.
6. 6
   Continue mashing until the desired consistency is reached and ingredients are well blended.
7. 7
   Note: Some of the reserved cooking water can be added if the potatoes are too thick.
8. 8
   Put in a buttered casserole dish (or crockpot).
9. 9
   Dot top with additional butter if desired.
10. 10
    Bake uncovered in oven at 400 degrees for 30 minutes.
11. 11
    If making ahead, refrigerate; then bake for 50 minutes in oven or heat thoroughly in crockpot.
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    When I bake in my crockpot, I use the low setting for 5 to 7 hours, stirring occasionally.