Ultimate Creamy Mashed Potatoes Recipe for Holiday Dinners!
The secrets to making the creamiest mashed potatoes! Perfect for holiday gatherings, this recipe guarantees a velvety texture with a rich, buttery flavor that will make your festive meals unforgettable. Impress your guests with these easy-to-follow steps and enjoy a classic comfort food that never disappoints.
Ultimate Creamy Mashed Potatoes
4
servings10
minutes20
minutes465
kcal30
minutesDiscover the secrets to making the creamiest mashed potatoes! Perfect for holiday gatherings, this recipe guarantees a velvety texture with a rich, buttery flavor that will make your festive meals unforgettable. Impress your guests with these easy-to-follow steps and enjoy a classic comfort food that never disappoints.
Ingredients
3 pounds peeled and cubed mixed potatoes (like russets and Yukon golds)
Sea salt to taste
1/2 cup whole milk
10 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
1/2 cup room temperature sour cream
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, finely chopped for garnish
- Alternative Ingredients
Cauliflower instead of potatoes for a low-carb option
Almond milk instead of whole milk for a dairy-free version
Olive oil or vegan butter instead of regular butter for a vegan alternative
Directions
- Preparation – In a large pot, immerse the cubed potatoes in water seasoned with sea salt. Bring to a boil over high heat and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Mashing Process – Drain the potatoes well and return them to the pot. Mash them using a potato masher until they reach a smooth consistency.
- Combining Ingredients – Simultaneously, in a small saucepan, gently heat the milk with 3/4 cup (6 tablespoons) of butter until the butter melts and the mixture is warm. Pour this warm mixture over the mashed potatoes, stirring to integrate fully.
- Final Touches – Mix in the sour cream thoroughly and season with black pepper and additional salt if needed. Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish.
- Garnishing – Dot the top with the remaining butter (4 tablespoons), add more black pepper, and sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.
Equipment
- chef’s knife
- cutting board
- Cast Iron Skillet
- potato masher
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 465kcal
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
- Sodium: 700mg
- Potassium: 897mg
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 5g
- Sugar: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Vitamin A: 1023IU
- Vitamin C: 42mg
- Calcium: 76mg
- Iron: 2mg
