Description
Get ready to enjoy the ultimate comfort food with this creamy, buttery mashed potato recipe. Perfect as a quick dinner side, holiday favorite, or easy recipe for everyday meals, these mashed potatoes are smooth, fluffy, and packed with rich flavor. Whether you’re looking for dinner ideas, food ideas, or a reliable classic, this dish delivers a satisfying texture and taste every time.
Ingredients
2 pounds Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and cut
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 to 3/4 cup whole milk or heavy cream
1/2 cup sour cream (optional)
3 cloves garlic (optional)
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons cream cheese (optional)
2 tablespoons chopped parsley or chives
Instructions
1. Peel and cut potatoes into evenly sized chunks.
2. Place potatoes in a pot and cover with cold salted water.
3. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15–20 minutes until fork-tender.
4. Add garlic during the last 10 minutes if using.
5. Drain potatoes and let sit for 2–3 minutes to remove excess moisture.
6. Warm butter and milk in a saucepan until heated through.
7. Mash potatoes using a masher or ricer.
8. Add butter first and mix until absorbed.
9. Gradually add warm milk while mixing gently.
10. Stir in sour cream or cream cheese if desired.
11. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
12. Adjust consistency with more milk if needed.
13. Serve hot with butter and garnish with herbs.
Notes
Use warm milk and butter to keep the potatoes creamy and smooth.
Avoid overmixing to prevent a gluey texture.
Drain potatoes well to avoid watery mashed potatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: mashed potatoes, easy recipe, dinner ideas, comfort food, quick side dish