Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes
Elevate your side dish game with these rich and creamy Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes, a comforting classic perfect for any meal. Made with buttery Yukon Gold potatoes, heavy cream, and milk, this recipe creates the ultimate velvety texture and indulgent flavor. The optional garlic powder adds a subtle kick, while fresh chives lend a pop of color and freshness. Simple to prepare in just 35 minutes, these mashed potatoes are ideal for holidays, family dinners, or any time you crave a luxurious accompaniment to your favorite entrées. Keywords: Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes, creamy mashed potatoes, classic side dish, homemade mashed potatoes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 0.25 cup Milk
- 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh chives (optional)
Instructions
Peel the Yukon Gold potatoes and cut them into equal-sized chunks, about 1-2 inches each, to ensure even cooking.
In a large pot, add the potato chunks and enough cold water to cover them by about an inch. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.
Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium to maintain a gentle simmer and cook the potatoes for 15-20 minutes or until they are fork-tender.
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add heavy cream and milk to the saucepan, gently heating the mixture until warmed through. Careful not to boil. Remove from heat and set aside.
Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them in a colander and return them to the pot. Allow them to sit for a minute to allow excess moisture to evaporate.
Using a potato masher or a potato ricer, mash the potatoes until they reach your desired consistency.
Slowly add the warm butter and cream mixture to the mashed potatoes, stirring continuously to incorporate. Adjust the quantities if necessary until the potatoes are creamy and smooth.
Season the potatoes with freshly ground black pepper and additional salt to taste. If using, stir in the garlic powder for an extra flavor boost.
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped fresh chives, if desired.
Serve immediately as a delightful side dish to complement your favorite main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1522 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 90.0 g | 115% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.8 g | 264% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 250 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 2494 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 164.1 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.1 g | ||
| Protein | 21.2 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 224 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 3943 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.
