Creamy and Simple Mashed Potatoes
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this recipe for Creamy and Simple Mashed Potatoes—a classic side dish that's irresistibly smooth and buttery. Made with fluffy Russet potatoes, a rich blend of heavy cream, milk, and unsalted butter, and a hint of optional garlic for extra flavor, this recipe promises maximum creaminess with minimal effort. Perfectly seasoned with salt and black pepper, these mashed potatoes are ready in just 30 minutes, making them an ideal addition to weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. Serve them hot with your favorite gravy, or enjoy them as is with a pat of melted butter for an unforgettable side.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Russet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 0.25 cups Whole milk
- 1 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 cloves Garlic (optional, minced)
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes for even cooking.
Place the cubed potatoes into a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium and let the potatoes simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until they are fork-tender.
While the potatoes are cooking, heat the heavy cream, milk, and butter in a small saucepan over low heat until the butter is fully melted. Do not let it boil.
If using garlic, add the minced garlic to the cream mixture and let it simmer for a minute or two to infuse the flavor.
Drain the cooked potatoes thoroughly and return them to the pot. This helps remove excess moisture.
Use a potato masher or ricer to mash the potatoes until smooth, or leave a few lumps for texture if preferred.
Gradually pour the warm cream mixture into the mashed potatoes while stirring, until the desired consistency is reached.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and mix well.
Serve immediately while hot, optionally garnished with chopped parsley or an extra pat of butter.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1738 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 90.0 g | 115% | |
| Saturated Fat | 53.2 g | 266% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 251 mg | 84% | |
| Sodium | 2558 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 204.8 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.2 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.5 g | ||
| Protein | 29.1 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 238 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 5223 mg | 111% | |
*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.
