Classic Mashed Potatoes with Butter
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this recipe for *Classic Mashed Potatoes with Butter*. Made with creamy Yukon Gold potatoes, rich unsalted butter, and just the right touch of whole milk, this dish is the epitome of simple, homemade goodness. Perfectly seasoned with salt and black pepper, these mashed potatoes are whipped to a luscious, smooth consistency, making them an ideal side dish for any meal. Whether you’re serving them as part of a holiday spread or alongside a weeknight dinner, the optional sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a bright, herbaceous finish. With just 35 minutes from start to finish, this timeless recipe ensures a crowd-pleasing, buttery bowl of mashed potatoes every time. Keywords: mashed potatoes, buttery mashed potatoes, creamy mashed potatoes, classic potato side dish, Yukon Gold potatoes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Whole milk
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
Peel the Yukon Gold potatoes and cut them into evenly sized chunks, about 1-2 inches each.
Place the potato chunks into a large pot and add enough cold water to cover them by about an inch.
Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water, then bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce heat to a simmer, cover the pot partially, and cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
While the potatoes are cooking, in a small saucepan, gently heat the whole milk and butter over low heat until the butter is melted and the mixture is warm. Do not boil.
Once the potatoes are tender, drain them well in a colander.
Return the drained potatoes to the pot and gently mash them using a potato masher or a ricer until smooth.
Pour the warm milk and butter mixture over the mashed potatoes.
Season with salt and black pepper, then stir until well incorporated and creamy.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish, garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1365 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.6 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.3 g | 222% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 201 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 2481 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 166.0 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.7 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.0 g | ||
| Protein | 23.2 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 300 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 4041 mg | 86% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
