Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this creamy mashed potatoes recipe. Perfectly fluffy and rich in flavor, these mashed potatoes are a delightful addition to any meal, effortlessly transforming ordinary dinners into warm gatherings. With just a few simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, you’ll have a side dish that everyone will rave about, making it a staple for family dinners and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or milk)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, roasted (optional)
Instructions
- Peel and chop the russet potatoes into even chunks.
- Place potatoes in a large pot of cold water; add salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook until fork-tender (about 15-20 minutes).
- Drain the potatoes well and let them steam dry for 2 minutes.
- Return the potatoes to the pot over low heat, then add butter and heavy cream. Mash until smooth and creamy.
- Season generously with salt and freshly cracked black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional butter or fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg