Very Best Mashed Potatoes

Very Best Mashed Potatoes
  • Author: Jaden

Creamy Yukon Mashed Potatoes is a comforting side dish that brings fluffy, smooth goodness to your table. Made with tender Yukon gold potatoes and seasoned to perfection, these mashed potatoes are an absolute crowd-pleaser. Whether served as a side for a family dinner or as part of a festive feast, these potatoes are sure to be a hit.

— Constant Cookbook

Ingredients

  • 4 large yukon potatoes (about 1 1/2 pounds)
  • 3-4 tablespoons salted butter
  • salt
  • OPTIONAL: few sprigs fresh chives, minced (or other fresh herb)

Instructions

  • Peel the potatoes and place them in a large stockpot. Fill water to 1-inch above the potatoes. Bring the water to a boil, then turn the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot, and cook for 15-20 minutes. Check for doneness by piercing a potato with a fork. Drain.
  • Let potatoes cool. Process through potato ricer or use a potato masher.
  • Stir in the butter and season with salt. Taste and adjust with additional salt and/or butter if needed. If the mashed potatoes isn't quite creamy enough, add more butter.

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Cook Time

25M

Prep Time

PT5M

Yield

4

Nutrition

  • Calories: 173 kcal
  • Carbohydrate Content: 21 g
  • Protein Content: 4 g
  • Fat Content: 8 g
  • Saturated Fat Content: 5 g
  • Cholesterol Content: 22 mg
  • Sodium Content: 91 mg
  • Fiber Content: 4 g
  • Serving Size: 1 serving