Mashed Yukon Gold Potatoes with Goat Cheese and Basil
Elevate your comfort food game with these Mashed Yukon Gold Potatoes with Goat Cheese and Basil, a luxurious twist on a classic side dish. Creamy Yukon Gold potatoes are blended with tangy goat cheese, fragrant garlic butter, and a splash of heavy cream for a silky, velvety texture. Fresh, chopped basil adds a burst of herbaceous brightness, perfectly balancing the richness of the mash. This easy-to-make recipe is ready in just 40 minutes and makes a show-stopping accompaniment for roasted meats, grilled vegetables, or holiday feasts. Packed with bold flavors and a creamy, melt-in-your-mouth consistency, these mashed potatoes are guaranteed to be the highlight of your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
- 4 ounces Goat cheese
- 0.25 cups (chopped) Fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 large (minced) Garlic cloves
- for boiling Water
Instructions
Peel the Yukon Gold potatoes and cut them into evenly sized chunks, approximately 2 inches in size.
Fill a large pot with enough water to cover the potatoes. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water and bring it to a boil.
Add the potato chunks to the boiling water and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
While the potatoes are cooking, heat the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant. Remove from heat.
Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Allow them to sit uncovered for 1-2 minutes to let any excess moisture evaporate.
Using a potato masher or ricer, mash the potatoes until smooth.
Stir in the goat cheese, heavy cream, sautéed garlic butter, and half of the chopped basil. Mix until well combined and creamy.
Season the mashed potatoes with black pepper and additional salt to taste.
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish and garnish with the remaining chopped basil.
Serve warm and enjoy this rich, flavorful side dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1820 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.1 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.9 g | 344% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 302 mg | 101% | |
| Sodium | 2999 mg | 130% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 164.7 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.1 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.5 g | ||
| Protein | 44.1 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 331 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 3940 mg | 84% | |
*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.
