In the world of culinary delights, few dishes bring comfort and satisfaction quite like a bowl of perfectly prepared mashed potatoes. Whether served as a humble side dish or the centerpiece of a grand feast, glorious mashed potatoes possess an irresistible charm that transcends time and cuisine. With countless variations and techniques, achieving mashed potato perfection can be a delightful journey, but with the right guidance, you can transform ordinary potatoes into a culinary masterpiece. Join us as we embark on an exploration of the art of crafting glorious mashed potatoes, unraveling secrets, sharing tips, and discovering the ingredients that elevate this humble dish to greatness.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
LUXURIOUS MASHED POTATOES
You can make these extra-creamy mashed potatoes up to 1 day ahead. Reheat at 350 degrees in a foil-covered baking dish for 10 to 20 minutes.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a large pot, cover potatoes by 2 inches with salted water. Bring to a boil; reduce to a simmer and cook until potatoes are tender, about 12 minutes. Drain thoroughly and pass potatoes through a ricer or food mill into pot.
- Over low heat, add butter and stir until melted. Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until potatoes are stiff, about 1 minute. Gradually add cream, stirring constantly to combine. Using a rubber spatula, pass potatoes through a fine-mesh sieve. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 441 g, Fat 37 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 6 g
GOLDEN MASHED POTATOES
Each spoonful of Yukon gold mashed potatoes is so delicious with the creamy yogurt, it's hard to believe it is almost fat free!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 45m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In 3-quart saucepan, place potatoes. Add water just to cover. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to low. Cover and boil gently (simmer) 15 to 20 minutes or until potatoes are fork-tender. Drain.
- In same saucepan, mash potatoes, butter and salt with potato masher just until lumpy. Gradually add yogurt, mashing until blended but still lumpy. Stir in pepper and chives.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 150 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g
ULTIMATE MASHED POTATOES RECIPE BY TASTY
Who doesn't love potatoes? I mean, come on. Fry 'em, dice 'em, slice 'em, or bake 'em, there's nothing better than a well-seasoned iteration of a potato. This time, we're mashing 'em. And not only are we mashing them, we're loading 'em up with all sorts of tantalizing flavors to give you, what we proudly call, the Ultimate Mashed Potato. It's an experience, trust us.
Provided by Jody Tixier
Categories Sides
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- On a cutting board, peel the potatoes. Place the potatoes in a large bowl of cold water after peeling to avoid discoloration.
- Cut the potatoes into 1-inch (2 cm) cubes.
- Add the potatoes to a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 12 minutes.
- In a small saucepan, bring the milk, heavy cream, and garlic to a simmer over low heat.
- Remove the pot from the heat and strain the cream through a fine mesh sieve.
- Drain the potatoes in a colander and transfer back to the pot.
- Mash the potatoes with a potato masher, potato ricer, or by pushing through a fine mesh sieve with a spatula.
- Add the cubed cold butter and salt. Stir to combine.
- Gradually add the cream mixture to the potatoes, little by little, until fully incorporated.
- Top with freshly ground black pepper and sprinkle with chives and serve.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 520 calories, Carbohydrate 47 grams, Fat 36 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 4 grams
GLORIOUS MASHED POTATOES
Make and share this Glorious Mashed Potatoes recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Girl from India
Categories Potato
Time 24m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Peel the potatoes and cut them into slices.
- Place the slices in a pan with water to cover and boil covered for 15 mins ot till the potatoes are cooked.
- Drain and mash.
- Add the milk to moisten them and then the sour cream, cream cheese and salt and pepper till well mixed.
- Sprinkle the chives over and serve.
GLORIFIED MASHED POTATOES
What could be a better side dish for a harvest meal than mashed potatoes? Renditions of these fluffy staples get their added color - along with the benefit of added nutrition - from puréed, canned spinach, canned carrots or canned peas. Courtesy of Mealtime.org
Provided by cannedfood
Categories Low Protein
Time 23m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preparation:.
- For every recipe version: Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender, about 15 minutes; drain and return to the pot.
- Meanwhile purée the second vegetable from the ingredient list of the mashed potato recipe of your choice: spinach, carrots or peas. Purée in a food processor until completely smooth.
- For every recipe version: Mash potatoes with a potato masher or ricer. Mix in puréed vegetables and remaining ingredients from the recipe version of your choice. Warm over medium heat, stirring constantly.
- Nutritional Information Per Serving:
- Colcannon: Calories 199; Total fat 7g; Saturated fat 2g; Cholesterol 6mg; Sodium 141mg; Carbohydrate 30g; Fiber 2g; Protein 3g; Vitamin A 34%DV*; Vitamin C 22%DV; Folate 29%DV; Calcium 9%DV; Iron 14%DV; Potassium 25%DV.
CREAMIEST MASHED POTATOES RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: yukon gold potato, kosher salt, unsalted butter, heavy cream, fresh rosemary, garlic, butter, freshly ground black pepper, chive, gravy
Provided by Betsy Carter
Categories Sides
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- On a cutting board, peel the potatoes. Place the potatoes in a large bowl of cold water after peeling to prevent discoloration.
- Dice the potatoes into 1-inch (2-cm) cubes.
- Add the potatoes to a large pot of cold water, along with the salt. Bring to a soft boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 12 minutes, until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Drain the potatoes in a colander, then return to the pot. Increase the heat to medium-high and stir the potatoes around for 2-3 minutes to evaporate any excess moisture.
- Transfer the potatoes to a large bowl and mash with a potato masher, potato ricer, or by pushing through a fine mesh sieve with a spatula.
- Add the melted butter and stir to incorporate, then season with salt to taste.
- In a small saucepan, combine the heavy cream, rosemary, and garlic. Bring to a simmer over low heat, let simmer for a few minutes, then remove the pot from the heat and strain through a fine mesh sieve.
- Gradually add the cream mixture to the potatoes, a little at a time, stirring until fully incorporated.
- Top with a pat of butter, freshly ground black pepper, and a sprinkle with chives, or gravy, if desired.
- Serve warm.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 810 calories, Carbohydrate 92 grams, Fat 49 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 10 grams, Sugar 6 grams
GOLDEN MASHED POTATOES
When there's no gravy with the meat, this is great to serve in place of regularly mashed potatoes. I make it often to take to picnics and church socials. My husband even made it for his family's reunion one year when I couldn't go! -Cindy Stith, Wickliffe, Kentucky
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h10m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a soup kettle or Dutch oven, cook the potatoes and carrots in boiling salted water until tender; drain. Place in a bowl; mash and set aside. , In a skillet, saute onions in butter until tender. Add to potato mixture. Add sour cream, salt and pepper; mix until blended. , Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-40 minutes or until heated through. Freeze option: Cool unbaked casserole; cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 370 calories, Fat 13g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 456mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
GOLDEN MASHED POTATOES
These awesome golden mashed potatoes with the unique flavor of Asiago cheese, garlic, and oregano are always a hit at the holidays or for potlucks. Using nonfat milk and whipped butter reduces the fat and calories in these mashed potatoes but keeps the flavor. The Asiago, garlic, and oregano takes the flavor of these mashed potatoes over the top.
Provided by Occasional Cooker
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until fork-tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and place into a large bowl.
- Mash potatoes with a potato masher. Add milk, butter, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper; whisk until combined.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 calories, Carbohydrate 23.8 g, Cholesterol 16.1 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 78.6 mg, Sugar 1.5 g
GLORIOUS MASHED POTATOES
This is a different spin on good old mashed potatoes that we absolutely love. A friend's father is the cook in their family and he shared this recipe with me but not the exact amounts. I made it as I thought our family would like it and it has proven to be a real comfort dish to us.
Provided by Lucille Hoerle @hoerlel
Categories Potatoes
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook potatoes and mash with milk to desired consistency. In large fry pan or heat proof baking dish melt 3 tablespoons of butter and saute 1 small chopped green pepper and 1 small chopped onion until wilted. Add to mashed potatoes and add 1/2 cup of grated cheddar and 1/2 cup of grated mozzarella. Fold all ingredients with salt and pepper to taste. Place in greased baking dish and bake at 350 for 1/2 hour.
Tips:
- Choose the right potatoes: Yukon Gold and Russet potatoes are the best choices for mashed potatoes because they have a high starch content, which makes them fluffy and smooth.
- Peel and cut the potatoes evenly: This will help them cook evenly.
- Boil the potatoes in salted water: The salt will help to flavor the potatoes.
- Drain the potatoes thoroughly: This will prevent the potatoes from being watery.
- Mash the potatoes until smooth: Use a potato masher or a ricer to achieve a smooth consistency.
- Add milk and butter: The milk and butter will add creaminess and richness to the potatoes.
- Season the potatoes to taste: Salt, pepper, and garlic powder are all classic seasonings for mashed potatoes.
- Serve the potatoes immediately: Mashed potatoes are best served hot and fresh.
Conclusion:
Mashed potatoes are a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. By following the tips above, you can make the perfect mashed potatoes that will be a hit at your next gathering. Whether you like them simple or loaded with toppings, mashed potatoes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be served with a variety of meals. So next time you're looking for a comforting and satisfying side dish, give mashed potatoes a try!
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