Best 4 Buttermilk Smashed Potatoes Recipes

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Buttermilk smashed potatoes are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and they have a tangy flavor that is out of this world. Whether you are looking for a simple side dish or a hearty main course, buttermilk smashed potatoes are sure to please.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BUTTERMILK SMASHED POTATOES



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Smashed potatoes are the best! I always use red potatoes when I make them; they have the exact texture for this dish. These are so delicious!

Provided by Barbara

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Mashed Potato Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 pounds red potatoes
½ cup buttermilk
1 tablespoon butter
¼ cup chopped fresh chives
1 pinch salt to taste

Steps:

  • Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain water from pot and mash potatoes with a potato masher or potato ricer.
  • Heat buttermilk and butter together in a saucepan over medium-low heat until butter is melted and mixture is smooth, about 2 minutes. Stir buttermilk mixture and chives into potatoes until smooth; season with salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131.8 calories, Carbohydrate 25.1 g, Cholesterol 5.9 mg, Fat 2.3 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 44.2 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

BUTTERMILK SMASHED POTATOES



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My family loves this decadent homestyle recipe of buttermilk, potatoes and butter. Serve with your favorite toppings and enjoy! -Marla Clark, Albuquerque, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 8 cups)
1/2 cup butter, softened
1-1/4 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 to 1 cup buttermilk
Optional toppings: crumbled cooked bacon, sour cream and thinly sliced green onions

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a 6-qt. stockpot; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 10-15 minutes., Drain; return to pan. Mash potatoes, gradually adding butter, salt, pepper and enough buttermilk to reach desired consistency. Serve with toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 531mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

BUTTERMILK-BACON SMASHED POTATOES



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 50m

Yield 2 to 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound red bliss potatoes
Salt
8 ounces bacon, sliced
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup heavy cream
Freshly ground pepper
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cloves roasted garlic, smashed to a paste
Greens of 2 scallions, sliced, plus more for garnish

Steps:

  • Add the potatoes to a pot and cover with water. Season with salt and bring to a boil. Once at a boil, cook until a fork can easily pierce through the potatoes, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain and add to a bowl.
  • Place the bacon in a cast-iron pan over medium heat. Allow the bacon to render and crisp, about 5 minutes. Reserve the fat.
  • Put the buttermilk and heavy cream into a saucepan and scald. Reserve until needed.
  • Smash the potatoes just a little bit, and then season with salt and pepper. Add the butter, a touch of the heated buttermilk/heavy cream, the scallions and 1 tablespoon bacon fat and smash. Taste and re-season if needed, adding more buttermilk/heavy cream if desired. Fold in the rendered bacon, reserving some for garnish. Garnish with the reserved bacon and scallions.

BUTTERMILK-BLUE CHEESE SMASHED POTATOES



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Make and share this Buttermilk-Blue Cheese Smashed Potatoes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by weekend cooker

Categories     Mashed Potatoes

Time 30m

Yield 4 potatoes, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 small red potatoes
1/3 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes in a saucepan, and cover with cold water 2 inches above potatoes.
  • Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  • Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 15 minutesor until tender, and drain.
  • Return potatoes to pan, add the remaining ingredients to pan, and mash with a potato masher to desired consistancy.

Tips:

  • For perfectly crispy smashed potatoes, use a combination of boiling and roasting.
  • To ensure even cooking, cut the potatoes into uniform sizes. Avoid overcrowding the pan when roasting to allow for even browning.
  • Season the potatoes generously with salt, pepper, and herbs. Garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder are great additions for extra flavor.
  • Use a sturdy potato masher to smash the potatoes, leaving some chunks for texture.
  • Roast the potatoes until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
  • For extra richness, drizzle the potatoes with melted butter or olive oil before serving.
  • Garnish with chopped fresh herbs or grated parmesan cheese for a finishing touch.

Conclusion:

Buttermilk Smashed Potatoes are a delightful side dish that combines the best of both worlds: crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, this recipe is a must-try for any potato lover. Whether you're serving them as a side dish for a special occasion or as a comforting weeknight meal, these potatoes are sure to impress.

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