Description
Creamy mashed potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, providing a rich, buttery texture that melts in your mouth. This delectable dish transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality side that elevates any meal. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, these creamy mashed potatoes will have everyone asking for seconds. With foolproof techniques and endless customization options, you’ll master this classic recipe in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and chopped
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Peel and chop the potatoes into uniform 1-inch pieces.
- Boil the potatoes in salted water over medium heat until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain thoroughly and let sit to dry for a few minutes.
- In the same pot, melt butter with minced garlic over low heat; add drained potatoes and stir to coat.
- Mash the mixture until smooth and creamy without over-mixing.
- Gradually stir in heavy cream while seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg