Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these creamy mashed potatoes that are perfectly fluffy and rich in flavor. Made with simple ingredients like Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, unsalted butter, and heavy cream, this recipe elevates any meal from ordinary to extraordinary. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy dinners, these mashed potatoes promise to be a crowd-pleaser, leaving everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup heavy cream (or whole milk)
- 1 tsp salt (to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
- 2 cloves garlic (optional, roasted)
Instructions
- Peel and chop the potatoes into equal-sized chunks.
- Place the chopped potatoes in a pot, cover with cold water, and add a generous pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
- Drain the potatoes and let them sit briefly to steam off excess moisture.
- Return the drained potatoes to the pot over low heat. Add butter and heavy cream.
- Mash until smooth and creamy using a potato masher or ricer.
- Season with additional salt, pepper, or roasted garlic as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 51mg
Keywords: - For extra creaminess, use a potato ricer instead of a masher. - Customize your mashed potatoes by incorporating fresh herbs or cheese for added flavor. - Store leftovers in an airtight container; reheat with a splash of milk.