Thanksgiving Potatoes
Creamy, dreamy, and utterly indulgent, these Thanksgiving Potatoes are the ultimate side dish to elevate your holiday feast! Made with fluffy Russet potatoes, fragrant garlic, rich unsalted butter, and a decadent blend of heavy cream and tangy sour cream, this recipe creates luxuriously smooth mashed potatoes every time. A pinch of kosher salt and black pepper perfectly enhances the flavor, while a sprinkle of fresh chives adds an optional pop of color and freshness. Ready in just 40 minutes, these comforting potatoes are ideal for serving a crowd of eight, making them the perfect companion to turkey, stuffing, and all your Thanksgiving favorites. Whether you're planning the ultimate holiday spread or simply craving classic mashed potatoes done right, this recipe is sure to add warmth and richness to your table.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pounds Russet potatoes
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 2 teaspoons Kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chives (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and cut them into evenly sized chunks (about 2-inch pieces).
Place the potatoes and garlic cloves in a large pot and cover them with cold water by about 1-2 inches.
Add 1 teaspoon of kosher salt to the water and bring it to a boil over high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and simmer the potatoes for 15-20 minutes, or until they are tender and can be easily pierced with a fork.
Drain the potatoes and garlic in a colander, then return them to the pot. Allow any excess steam to escape for 1-2 minutes to prevent watery potatoes.
Add the butter to the pot and begin mashing the potatoes and garlic using a potato masher or ricer.
Gradually mix in the heavy cream, sour cream, 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, and black pepper. Continue mashing until the potatoes are smooth and creamy.
Taste the potatoes and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving bowl and garnish with optional chopped chives.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3647 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 198.0 g | 254% | |
| Saturated Fat | 120.6 g | 603% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 541 mg | 180% | |
| Sodium | 1679 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 416.8 g | 152% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.1 g | 115% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.3 g | ||
| Protein | 61.3 g | 123% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 615 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 21.5 mg | 119% | |
| Potassium | 10227 mg | 218% | |
*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.
