Mashed Potatos
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our creamy mashed potatoes recipe—perfectly rich, velvety smooth, and bursting with flavor. Crafted from fluffy Russet potatoes, this recipe combines unsalted butter, whole milk, and heavy cream to create a luxurious texture while a touch of salt and black pepper adds simple yet irresistible seasoning. Quick and easy to prepare in under 35 minutes, this dish is an effortless side to elevate any meal. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve alongside roasted meats, buttery vegetables, or holiday feasts. Whether you’re hosting Thanksgiving dinner or making a cozy weeknight supper, these homemade mashed potatoes are sure to impress everyone at the table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Russet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cups Whole milk
- 0.25 cups Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and cut them into evenly sized chunks, about 2 inches thick. This ensures they cook evenly.
Place the potato chunks in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.
Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and let the potatoes simmer until they are fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
Drain the cooked potatoes thoroughly in a colander and return them to the pot. Allow them to sit for 1-2 minutes to help evaporate any remaining moisture.
In a small saucepan, heat the whole milk, heavy cream, and butter over low heat until the butter is melted and the mixture is warm. Remove from heat.
Using a potato masher, mash the potatoes in the pot until mostly smooth. For extra creaminess, use a hand mixer or a ricer if desired.
Slowly pour the warm milk mixture into the mashed potatoes, a little at a time, stirring continuously until the mixture is well-combined and reaches your desired consistency.
Season the mashed potatoes with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir to combine evenly.
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving bowl and optionally garnish with fresh chopped parsley for a touch of color.
Serve warm and enjoy your creamy mashed potatoes as a side dish with your favorite main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1566 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.9 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.3 g | 211% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 199 mg | 66% | |
| Sodium | 2561 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 205.7 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.4 g | ||
| Protein | 30.7 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 305 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 5293 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.
