Creamy Herb Mashed Potatoes
Transform your comfort food game with these Creamy Herb Mashed Potatoes, the ultimate side dish for any occasion. Made with velvety Yukon Gold potatoes, rich heavy cream, and an aromatic blend of fresh rosemary, thyme, and garlic, this recipe delivers layers of flavor in every buttery bite. The infusion of herbs into melted butter elevates these mashed potatoes to gourmet status, while optional chive garnish adds a pop of color and freshness. Perfectly smooth and irresistibly creamy, these mashed potatoes are ready in just 40 minutes and pair beautifully with roasted meats, poultry, or vegetarian mains. Whether it's a holiday gathering or a cozy weeknight dinner, this recipe is sure to impress everyone at the table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.75 cups Heavy cream
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Fresh rosemary
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chives (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the Yukon Gold potatoes and cut them into evenly sized chunks, approximately 1-2 inches. This ensures even cooking.
Place the potato chunks in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook the potatoes for 15-20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the garlic cloves, rosemary, and thyme. Cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant, but do not let the garlic brown. Remove from heat and set aside.
Drain the cooked potatoes in a colander and return them to the pot. Allow any remaining moisture to evaporate for 1-2 minutes with the heat on low.
Using a potato masher or ricer, mash the potatoes until smooth. For ultra-creamy potatoes, pass them through a ricer directly back into the pot.
Gradually mix in the infused butter and the heavy cream, stirring gently with a wooden spoon or spatula. Adjust the cream amount based on your preferred consistency.
Season the mashed potatoes with salt and pepper to taste. Stir until everything is well incorporated and the potatoes are silky smooth.
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped chives if desired.
Serve immediately while warm and enjoy your creamy herb mashed potatoes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1900 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 132.7 g | 170% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.0 g | 390% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 366 mg | 122% | |
| Sodium | 2495 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 162.2 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.2 g | ||
| Protein | 19.6 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 162 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 3868 mg | 82% | |
*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.
