Description
This classic mashed potato recipe delivers the ultimate comfort food experience with creamy Yukon Gold potatoes, rich butter, and smooth cream.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and chopped into chunks
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup heavy cream, warmed
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional garnish: chopped fresh parsley or an extra pat of butter
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes: Fill a large pot with salted water and bring to a boil. Add the potato chunks and cook for 15–20 minutes, or until fork-tender.
- Drain and mash: Drain the potatoes and return them to the hot pot. Mash using a hand masher or potato ricer for the smoothest consistency.
- Add butter and cream: Gradually stir in the softened butter and warmed cream until the potatoes are light, creamy, and well blended.
- Season and serve: Season to taste with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley or a pat of butter, if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- For fluffier potatoes, use a ricer and avoid overmixing.
- Warm the cream before adding to prevent cooling down the potatoes.
- For extra richness, substitute half the cream with sour cream or cream cheese.
- Add-ins like roasted garlic, chives, or cheddar can personalize the flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiled and Mashed
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg