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Oliver Grant

Perfect Mashed Potatoes Recipe

This recipe guides you through making creamy, delicious mashed potatoes. Starting with Yukon Gold potatoes, you'll boil them until tender, then mash them with warm cream and butter for a perfect, smooth side dish.
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Prep Time 12 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Mashed Potatoes
  • 1 1/2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes peeled and cut into roughly 1 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 teaspoon salt divided
  • 4 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1-4 tablespoons milk as needed
  • Salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Large bowl
  • Potato Masher
  • wooden spoon
  • Fork

Method
 

Mashed Potatoes
  1. Place peeled and cubed potatoes into a medium saucepan, cover with cold water by at least one inch, and add half a teaspoon of salt.
  2. Bring the water to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 to 20 minutes until the potatoes are easily pierced with a fork.
  3. While the potatoes are cooking, melt the butter and warm the heavy cream together using a pan or microwave.
  4. Once potatoes are done, drain the water, place the hot potatoes into a large bowl, and pour the heated cream, melted butter, and remaining salt over them.
  5. Mash the potatoes with a potato masher, then use a strong wooden spoon to beat them further until smooth.
  6. Add milk as needed and continue beating until the mashed potatoes are smooth, being careful not to over-beat to prevent a gluey texture.
  7. Taste the mashed potatoes, then season with additional salt and pepper as needed.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSodium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

Be careful not to over-beat the potatoes, as this can make them gluey. Adjust the amount of milk to achieve your preferred texture.

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