Description
Indulge in the creamy comfort of homemade mashed potatoes that are sure to please at any gathering. With a fluffy texture and rich buttery flavor, this classic dish transforms any meal into a heartwarming experience. Quick to prepare and made in under 30 minutes, these mashed potatoes can easily complement your favorite main dishes or stand alone as a delightful side. Serve them topped with fresh herbs or a drizzle of olive oil for an impressive finish that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large Russet potatoes (about 2 lbs)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- ½ cup heavy cream (or milk)
- 2 cloves garlic (roasted or minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Peel and chop the Russet potatoes into even chunks.
- Boil the chopped potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain thoroughly and let sit for 5 minutes to steam dry.
- In a bowl or pot, mash the warm potatoes with butter and cream until smooth.
- Stir in garlic, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot with extra butter or fresh herbs on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg