Homemade Mashed Potatoes
Creamy, buttery, and irresistibly fluffy, these homemade mashed potatoes are the ultimate comfort food side dish. Crafted with tender Russet potatoes, a luxurious blend of heavy cream and milk, and a hint of freshly ground black pepper, this recipe delivers perfectly smooth and flavorful mashed potatoes every time. Optional garlic cloves infuse a gentle, savory depth, while fresh parsley adds a burst of color as an elegant garnish. Ready in just 35 minutes, these mashed potatoes are ideal for weeknight dinners, holiday feasts, or any occasion that calls for a wholesome, crowd-pleasing dish. Perfect your mashed potato game with this simple yet indulgent recipe that will have everyone asking for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Russet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 0.25 cups Milk
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and cut them into evenly-sized chunks, approximately 2 inches wide. This ensures they cook evenly.
Rinse the potato chunks 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 water.
If using garlic, peel the cloves and add them to the pot for a subtle garlic flavor.
Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
While the potatoes cook, warm the heavy cream and milk in a small saucepan over low heat. Do not let it boil. Set aside once warmed.
Drain the potatoes and garlic thoroughly in a colander, then return them to the empty pot. Allow them to sit for 1-2 minutes to let excess moisture evaporate.
Add the butter to the pot with the potatoes and mash them using a potato masher or ricer until smooth and fluffy.
Gradually add the warmed cream and milk mixture, mashing and stirring until the desired consistency is achieved.
Season the mashed potatoes with the remaining 0.5 teaspoon of salt and the ground black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving bowl, garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1732 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 89.3 g | 114% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.8 g | 264% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 250 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 3740 mg | 163% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 205.0 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.2 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.5 g | ||
| Protein | 29.2 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 242 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 5232 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.
