Guy Pleasing Mashed Potatoes
Transform your dinner table with these velvety, perfectly seasoned "Guy Pleasing Mashed Potatoes," a surefire crowd favorite bursting with rich, comforting flavors. Made with fluffy russet potatoes, indulgent heavy cream, and a double dose of buttery goodness infused with aromatic garlic, this recipe elevates a classic comfort food to a gourmet experience. Creamy sour cream adds a tangy depth, while a sprinkle of fresh chives provides a pop of color and brightness. With just 40 minutes from start to finish, this dish is an easy yet impressive addition to holiday feasts, dinner parties, or simple weeknight meals. Whether served as a side to roast chicken or your favorite steak, these mashed potatoes are guaranteed to delight every palate at the table! Perfect for "creamy mashed potatoes," "garlic mashed potatoes," and "easy mashed potato recipes" searches.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pounds russet potatoes
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 large garlic cloves
- 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chives (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel and wash the potatoes. Cut them into evenly sized chunks, about 2 inches in size, to ensure even cooking.
Place the potato chunks in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add 1 teaspoon of kosher salt to the water.
Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and cook the potatoes until fork-tender, about 15–20 minutes.
While the potatoes are cooking, mince the garlic cloves. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat and add the minced garlic. Let it cook gently for 2–3 minutes until fragrant, but do not let it brown. Remove from heat and set aside.
Once the potatoes are tender, drain them thoroughly and return them to the same pot. Let them sit for 2–3 minutes over low heat to evaporate any excess moisture.
Using a potato masher or potato ricer, mash the potatoes until smooth and lump-free.
Slowly stir in the garlic butter, heavy cream, and sour cream. Mix thoroughly until the potatoes are creamy and well combined.
Season with the remaining 0.5 teaspoon of kosher salt and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped chives, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3869 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 222.0 g | 285% | |
| Saturated Fat | 134.6 g | 673% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 603 mg | 201% | |
| Sodium | 1390 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 420.8 g | 153% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.5 g | 116% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.3 g | ||
| Protein | 62.3 g | 125% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 641 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 21.7 mg | 121% | |
| Potassium | 10281 mg | 219% | |
*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.
