Sunday Dinner Mashed Potatoes
Elevate your Sunday dinner table with these creamy and buttery mashed potatoes, the ultimate comfort food side dish that’s sure to please any crowd. Made with fluffy Russet potatoes, a heavenly combination of melted butter and warm heavy cream, and an optional touch of garlic for added depth, these mashed potatoes are perfectly seasoned with salt, black pepper, and a fresh garnish of chives. With a smooth, lump-free texture achieved through simple mashing or ricing techniques, these potatoes are ideal for pairing with roasted meats, gravies, or holiday spreads. Ready in just 40 minutes and serving six, these "Sunday Dinner Mashed Potatoes" combine traditional flavors with an elegant touch, making them a timeless addition to your family meals. Perfect for SEO searches like “best mashed potatoes recipe” or “creamy mashed potatoes for dinner,” this dish is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 lb Russet potatoes
- 6 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 2 cloves Garlic (optional, peeled)
- 2 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp Fresh chives (optional, chopped)
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and cut them into evenly sized chunks (about 2-inch pieces) to ensure even cooking.
Place the potato chunks and optional garlic cloves into a large pot and cover them with cold water by about an inch. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.
Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to maintain a gentle boil. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
While the potatoes are cooking, heat the heavy cream and butter in a small saucepan over low heat until the butter melts and the mixture is warm. Do not boil. Remove from heat and set aside.
Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them thoroughly and return them to the pot. Allow them to sit in the pot for 1-2 minutes to let excess moisture evaporate.
Mash the potatoes using a potato masher, ricer, or handheld electric mixer until smooth and lump-free.
Slowly mix in the warm butter and cream mixture a bit at a time, combining well after each addition. Continue until the desired creamy consistency is achieved.
Taste the mashed potatoes and season with the remaining salt and ground black pepper to your liking. Add more seasoning if needed.
Garnish with fresh chopped chives if desired, and serve warm as a comforting side dish for your Sunday dinner.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
806 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.1 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.0 g | 240% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 240 mg | 80% | |
| Sodium | 4800 mg | 209% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.5 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 10 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 30 mg | 1% | |
*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.
