Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this recipe for Creamy Mashed Potatoes, a decadent side dish that transforms simple ingredients into a velvety masterpiece. Made with tender russet potatoes, rich unsalted butter, and a luxurious blend of heavy cream and whole milk, these mashed potatoes are perfectly seasoned with salt and ground black pepper for a balanced flavor. The addition of freshly chopped chives adds a pop of color and a subtle, herbaceous note. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this foolproof recipe ensures a smooth, creamy texture every time, whether you’re serving it alongside a holiday roast or a weeknight chicken dinner. Perfect for any occasion, these mashed potatoes are guaranteed to be the star of your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds russet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup whole milk
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives
Instructions
Peel and cube the russet potatoes into evenly sized pieces, about 1-inch cubes. Rinse the potatoes under cold water to remove excess starch.
Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the pot.
Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and simmer until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
While the potatoes are cooking, warm the heavy cream and whole milk in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally. Do not let it boil.
Once the potatoes are done, drain them thoroughly and return them to the pot.
Add the unsalted butter to the hot potatoes and allow it to melt.
Using a potato masher or a ricer, mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy.
Slowly incorporate the warm cream and milk mixture into the potatoes, stirring gently until everything is well combined.
Season the mashed potatoes with the remaining 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 0.25 teaspoon of ground black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste if necessary.
Garnish with freshly chopped chives before serving. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2166 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 131.9 g | 169% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.3 g | 392% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 379 mg | 126% | |
| Sodium | 3800 mg | 165% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 205.4 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.4 g | ||
| Protein | 30.8 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 304 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 10.8 mg | 60% | |
| Potassium | 5292 mg | 113% | |
*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.
