Sour Cream Scallion Mashed Potatoes
Creamy, tangy, and bursting with fresh flavor, these Sour Cream Scallion Mashed Potatoes elevate a classic comfort food to gourmet heights. Made with fluffy russet potatoes, tangy sour cream, and a touch of whole milk for luxurious creaminess, this recipe is brightened by the subtle crunch and oniony zest of fresh scallions. Melted butter adds richness, while simple seasoning with salt and black pepper keeps the focus on the bold, satisfying flavors. Ready in just 40 minutes, this versatile side dish is perfect for casual family dinners, holiday feasts, or whenever your meal needs a flavorful, crowd-pleasing upgrade. Serve these mashed potatoes alongside roasted meats, grilled veggies, or your favorite gravy for a mouthwatering pairing that will have everyone asking for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds russet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 0.5 cup whole milk
- 0.25 cup scallions
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and cut them into evenly sized chunks, about 2 inches each.
Place the potatoes 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 a simmer and cook the potatoes until tender, about 15-20 minutes. You should be able to easily pierce them with a fork.
While the potatoes are cooking, finely chop the scallions and set them aside.
Drain the cooked potatoes in a colander and return them to the pot.
Add butter to the hot potatoes and mash them using a potato masher or fork until smooth.
Stir in the sour cream and milk. Adjust the consistency by adding a little more milk if necessary to achieve your desired creaminess.
Add the chopped scallions, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the scallions are evenly distributed throughout the mashed potatoes.
Taste the potatoes and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1612 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.0 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.1 g | 216% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 204 mg | 68% | |
| Sodium | 2907 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 215.2 g | 78% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.7 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.9 g | ||
| Protein | 35.1 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 474 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 5361 mg | 114% | |
*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.
