Best 5 Mamas Mashed Taters Recipes

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"Mama's mashed taters" is a classic comfort food that has been passed down through generations. This creamy, buttery dish is perfect for special occasions or everyday meals. Whether you like your mashed potatoes smooth or chunky, with or without skins, there is a recipe out there that will suit your taste. In this article, we will explore some of the best recipes for "mama's mashed taters" and provide you with tips and tricks for making the perfect dish.

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

MOMMA'S MASHED POTATOES



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This is my grandma's recipe for plain old potatoes. They always come out fluffy and tasty! This is one of those old classics at our house...one of the 'nobody makes these like Momma' dishes.

Provided by MINNESOTAMOM

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Mashed Potato Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 ½ pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
¼ teaspoon lemon juice
1 egg white
¼ cup butter
½ cup half-and-half cream
salt and black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place potatoes and lemon juice in a large saucepan, and add enough water to cover. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Drain water from potatoes, and use a potato masher to mash. Stir in egg white and butter, and gradually mix in the half-and-half using the masher. Use more or less cream to reach your desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242.4 calories, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 27.8 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 83.3 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

DARN GOOD MASHED TATERS!



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I love making my mashed potatoes for company. They always tell me they are the best mashed potatoes they have ever had! I know, these are not healthy but they are worth the splurge! I hope you enjoy them too!

Provided by Linda B II

Categories     Mashed Potatoes

Time 45m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 pounds baking potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 tablespoon sea salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cup softened butter
1 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes in a large Dutch oven, cover with water and add the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Bring the potatoes to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium and cook until tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain well.
  • Place the drained potatoes in a large bowl, add butter and whip the potatoes with an electric mixer until there are no lumps. Pour in the cream and continue whipping until the potatoes are fluffy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.2 calories, Carbohydrate 23.5 g, Cholesterol 31.7 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 608.4 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

GARLIC MASHED POTATOES WITH ARUGULA



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Make and share this Garlic Mashed Potatoes with Arugula recipe from Food.com.

Provided by BeckyF

Categories     Potato

Time 35m

Yield 6 cups, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 lbs yukon gold potatoes (Peeled, cut into 1 inch cubes)
4 cloves garlic, peeled
1/2 cup skim milk
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
1/2 cup slivered arugula leaf
1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Place potatoes and garlic in saucepan; add cold water to cover.
  • Bring to boil; cook 2o minutes or until tender.
  • Reserve 1/4 cup of the cooking water.
  • Drain potatoes and garlic; return to saucepan.
  • Add reserved cooking water, the milk, salt and pepper.
  • Mash with potato masher or beat with electric mixer until smooth.
  • Stir in arugula and olive oil.
  • Serve immediately.
  • Makes 6 (1 cup) servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.1, Fat 1.1, SaturatedFat 0.2, Cholesterol 0.4, Sodium 603.4, Carbohydrate 47.6, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 2, Protein 5.2

LOADED SMASHED TATERS



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You can make an entire pot of smashed taters in the time it takes to bake a single potato! I like to use baby Yukon Golds because the skins are very thin and easy to mash. Make this to your taste-sometimes I add in garlic and chives or sub shallots for the green onions. My husband loves these potatoes with steak, and even my 20-month-old daughter enjoys them! -Andrea Quiroz, Chicago, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2-1/2 pounds baby Yukon Gold potatoes
1 cup 2% milk, warmed
1/2 cup spreadable garlic and herb cream cheese
3 tablespoons butter, softened
1 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
3 green onions, chopped
1/3 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, 15-20 minutes or until tender., Drain; return to pan. Lightly mash potatoes, gradually adding milk, cream cheese and butter to reach desired consistency. Stir in bacon, cheeses, green onions, tomatoes, parsley, salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts :

MASHED POTATOES AND ROOT VEGETABLES



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Make and share this Mashed Potatoes and Root Vegetables recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 5 cs.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lbs yukon gold potatoes or 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled,cubed
1 cup sweet potato, peeled,diced (yellow variety)
1/2 cup rutabaga, peeled,diced
1/2 cup turnip, peeled,diced
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup milk
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 pinch ground nutmeg
1 pinch white pepper
1 tablespoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Prepare vegetables, cutting potatoes into chunks, and dicing sweet potato, rutabaga, and turnip.
  • Warm cream, milk, butter, nutmeg, and pepper in a small saucepan over low heat.
  • Cook vegetables in a large pot with salt and enough cold water to cover by 1/2".
  • Cover pot and bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are soft, but not falling apart, about 10 to12 minutes.
  • Drain vegetables then return them to the pot.
  • To evaporate any excess water, increase heat to high and cook vegetables briefly, just until they begin to stick slightly, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Stir them constantly to prevent scorching.
  • Mash vegetables using a potato ricer, electric mixer, food mill, or by hand with a masher.
  • Once mashed, gradually stir in the warm milk mixture until desired consistency is reached.
  • Taste for seasoning and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259, Fat 7.4, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 24.1, Sodium 1439.5, Carbohydrate 44.8, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 4, Protein 4.8

Tips:

  • Use Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes: These varieties are ideal for mashing as they have a smooth, fluffy texture when cooked.
  • Boil the potatoes in salted water: Adding salt to the water helps to enhance the flavor of the potatoes.
  • Drain the potatoes thoroughly: This will help to prevent the mashed potatoes from being watery.
  • Mash the potatoes until smooth: Use a potato masher or a ricer to achieve a smooth and creamy texture.
  • Add butter, milk, and cream: These ingredients will help to make the mashed potatoes rich and flavorful.
  • Season the mashed potatoes to taste: Add salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste.
  • Garnish the mashed potatoes: Top the mashed potatoes with chopped fresh herbs, grated Parmesan cheese, or crispy bacon bits.

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 suit your own taste preferences. 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 one of these mashed potato recipes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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