Best 7 Light N Creamy Mashed Potatoes Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

Have you ever tasted the sensational light and creamy mashed potatoes, melting in your mouth and transforming an ordinary meal into a culinary delight? Whether you're entertaining guests or enjoying a cozy family dinner, these mashed potatoes are the perfect side dish to elevate your meal. To help you create the creamiest, fluffiest, and most flavorful mashed potatoes, this article will guide you through the process, from selecting the right potatoes to incorporating secret ingredients that will leave your taste buds dancing.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

LIGHT 'N' CREAMY MASHED POTATOES



Light 'n' Creamy Mashed Potatoes image

You'd never know that these mashed potatoes are on the lighter side. Garlic and chives season them nicely while sour cream and cream cheese add richness. They're special enough for company. -Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 cups quartered peeled potatoes (about 3 pounds)
4 ounces fat-free cream cheese, cubed
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/2 cup fat-free milk
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon minced chives
Dash paprika

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain. , In a large bowl, mash the potatoes. Add the cream cheese, sour cream, milk, salt, garlic powder and pepper; beat until smooth. Stir in chives. Sprinkle with paprika.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 322mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LIGHT 'N' CREAMY MASHED POTATOES



Light 'n' Creamy Mashed Potatoes image

From Light and Healthy Magazine. If you are like me you cut out potatoes when watching what you eat. This recipe allows me to enjoy them again. Just watch your serving size. One serving (2/3 cup) equals 140 calories

Provided by seesko

Categories     Potato

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 lbs potatoes, peeled and quartered
4 ounces fat free cream cheese, cubed
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/2 cup nonfat milk
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon minced chives
1 dash paprika

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain.
  • Mash the potatoes. Add the cream cheese, sour cream, milk, salt, garlic powder and pepper; beat until smooth. Stir in chives. Sprinkle with paprika.

ULTRA CREAMY MASHED POTATOES



Ultra Creamy Mashed Potatoes image

The secret to making these potatoes extra-flavorful is cooking them in chicken broth. Then they're mashed until perfectly smooth and creamy with just the right amount of butter, cream and pepper.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 1/2 cup Swanson® Chicken Broth (Regular, Natural Goodness¿ or Certified Organic)
5 large potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 7 1/2 cups)
1/2 cup light cream
2 tablespoon butter
Generous dash ground black pepper
1 can (14.5 ounces) Campbell's Turkey Gravy

Steps:

  • Heat the broth and potatoes in a 3-quart saucepan over medium-high heat to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat to medium. Cover and cook for 10 minutes or until the potatoes are tender. Drain, reserving the broth.
  • Mash the potatoes with 1/4 cup broth, cream, butter and black pepper. Add additional broth, if needed, until desired consistency. Serve with the gravy.
  • Ultimate Mashed Potatoes: Stir 1/2 cup sour cream, 3 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (reserve some for garnish), and 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives into the hot mashed potatoes. Sprinkle with the reserved bacon.

CREAMIEST MASHED POTATOES RECIPE BY TASTY



Creamiest Mashed Potatoes Recipe by Tasty image

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

4 lb yukon gold potato
2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more to taste
½ cup unsalted butter, 1 stick, melted
1 cup heavy cream
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
1 head garlic, crushed
butter, for serving
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
chive, finely chopped, for serving
gravy, for serving

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

LIGHT MASHED POTATOES



Light Mashed Potatoes image

Fat-free half-and-half gives these potatoes the same silky texture you'd get with heavy cream but without the fat and cholesterol. Recipe is from Good Housekeeping.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Potato

Time 30m

Yield 4 1/2 cups, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 lbs yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon margarine or 1 tablespoon butter
salt
1/2 cup fat-free half-and-half, warmed

Steps:

  • In 4-quart saucepan, combine potatoes and enough water to cover; heat to boiling on high.
  • Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 8-10 minutes or until potatoes are fork-tender.
  • Reserve 1/4 cup cooking water; drain potatoes.
  • Return potatoes to saucepan.
  • Mash with margarine and 3/4 teaspoon salt.
  • Gradually add warm half-and-half, continuing to mash potatoes until smooth and well blended; add reserved cooking water if necessary.
  • Transfer to serving dish.

LIGHT AND FLUFFY MASHED POTATOES RECIPE BY TASTY



Light And Fluffy Mashed Potatoes Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: russet potato, cold water, kosher salt, unsalted butter, heavy cream, whole milk, freshly ground black pepper, fresh chives

Provided by Pierce Abernathy

Categories     Sides

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 lb russet potato, peeled and cut into large chunks
cold water
1 tablespoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup whole milk
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped, for garnish

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add the salt. Bring to a boil over high heat and cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 20 minutes longer.
  • Drain the potatoes and press through a potato ricer into a large bowl. Set aside.
  • Heat the butter, cream, and milk in a small pot over low heat until simmering.
  • Pour the cream mixture over the potatoes and stir to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Garnish with chives, if desired.
  • Note: A potato ricer gives these potatoes a super fluffy texture, but you can use a hand masher if you don't own one.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368 calories, Carbohydrate 46 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 3 grams

LIGHT 'N' CREAMY MASHED POTATOES



Light 'n' Creamy Mashed Potatoes image

You'd never know that these mashed potatoes are on the lighter side. Garlic and chives season them nicely while sour cream and cream cheese add richness. They're special enough for company. -Test Kitchen

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 pounds potatoes, peeled and quartered
4 ounces fat-free cream cheese, cubed
½ cup reduced-fat sour cream
½ cup fat-free milk
¾ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon minced chives
1 dash paprika

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain.
  • In a large mixing bowl, mash the potatoes. Add the cream cheese, sour cream, milk, salt, garlic powder and pepper; beat until smooth. Stir in chives. Sprinkle with paprika.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.8 calories, Carbohydrate 32.2 g, Cholesterol 7.3 mg, Fat 2.2 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 284.3 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

Tips:

  • Use Yukon Gold or russet potatoes: These varieties are best for mashing because they have a high starch content, which makes them creamy and smooth.
  • Peel the potatoes before boiling: This will help the potatoes cook evenly and prevent the skins from becoming tough.
  • Boil the potatoes in salted water: This will help to flavor the potatoes and prevent them from becoming bland.
  • Drain the potatoes thoroughly: This will help to prevent the potatoes from becoming watery.
  • Mash the potatoes with a potato ricer or food mill: This will give you the smoothest, creamiest mashed potatoes.
  • Add butter, milk, and cream: These ingredients will help to make the mashed potatoes rich and flavorful.
  • Season the mashed potatoes with salt, pepper, and garlic powder: This will help to enhance the flavor of the potatoes.
  • Serve the mashed potatoes immediately: Mashed potatoes are best when served fresh.

Conclusion:

Mashed potatoes are a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you like them creamy and smooth or chunky and rustic, there is a mashed potato recipe out there for everyone. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy side dish, give mashed potatoes a try. You won't be disappointed!

Related Topics