Sour Cream Mashed Red Potatoes
Transform your classic side dish into a creamy, tangy delight with these Sour Cream Mashed Red Potatoes. This easy recipe brings together buttery red potatoes—with the skins left on for rustic texture—blended to perfection with rich sour cream, a touch of whole milk, and a savory hint of garlic (optional). Ready in just 30 minutes, this versatile dish offers a velvety consistency and a burst of flavor that pairs beautifully with anything from roasted chicken to holiday feasts. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for an herby garnish, these mashed potatoes are as visually appealing as they are delicious. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this crowd-pleaser will have everyone going back for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds red potatoes
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 cups sour cream
- 0.25 cups whole milk
- 2 cloves garlic (optional)
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Scrub the red potatoes and cut them into even-sized chunks, leaving the skin on for added texture and flavor.
Peel the garlic cloves, if using, and set aside.
Place the potato chunks and garlic cloves (if using) in a large pot and cover them with water. Add a teaspoon of salt to the water.
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.
Drain the potatoes and garlic in a colander, then return them to the hot pot to allow any excess moisture to evaporate.
Add the butter to the potatoes and mash them using a potato masher or a fork until your desired texture is achieved.
Stir in the sour cream and whole milk until the mixture is creamy and smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk, if needed.
Season with the remaining 0.5 teaspoon of salt and the ground black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning as desired.
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish and garnish with fresh parsley, if using. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
226 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.0 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 515 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.6 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.9 g | ||
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 64 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 664 mg | 14% | |
*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.
