Best 20 Mashed Potatoes Recipes

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Mashed potatoes are a classic comfort food enjoyed by people of all ages. They are a versatile dish that can be served as a side dish, a main course, or even a dessert. This article will provide you with information on how to make the best mashed potatoes, from choosing the right potatoes to perfecting your technique. You'll also find tips for adding flavor and making mashed potatoes ahead of time. Whether you're a novice cook or a seasoned pro, this guide will help you create delicious and creamy mashed potatoes that will be a hit with your family and friends.

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GARLIC MASHED POTATOES



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This classic potato dish is always on everyone's favorites list for a Thanksgiving side.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 medium russet potatoes (about 4 pounds)
1 head peeled garlic cloves (about 15)
Coarse salt
1 1/2 cups milk
1/2 cup butter (1 stick), cut into small pieces

Steps:

  • Peel potatoes and quarter lengthwise; cut crosswise 1/2 inch thick. In a 5-quart saucepan, combine potatoes and garlic cloves; cover with water (about 8 cups) by 1 inch. Add 1 tablespoon salt.
  • Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer until potatoes are easily pierced with the tip of a paring knife, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Drain; return garlic and potatoes to pan. Stir over medium-high heat until dry, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • In a small saucepan, bring milk to a boil; pour over potatoes. Add butter and 1 teaspoon of salt. Mash until smooth and creamy.

MASHED SWEET POTATOES



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Simple mashed sweet potatoes flavored with maple syrup and butter.

Provided by RAINSPIRIT

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
¾ cup milk
½ cup butter
¾ cup maple syrup

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • With an electric mixer on low, blend potatoes, slowly adding milk, about 1/2 a cup at a time. Use more or less to achieve desired texture. Add butter and maple syrup to taste. Blend until smooth. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352.5 calories, Carbohydrate 50.9 g, Cholesterol 43.1 mg, Fat 16.2 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 160.1 mg, Sugar 32.3 g

BASIC MASHED POTATOES



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If you love good, old fashioned mashed potatoes this is the perfect recipe. Simple and delicious.

Provided by Esmee Williams

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Mashed Potato Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 pounds baking potatoes, peeled and quartered
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup milk
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes; drain.
  • In a small saucepan heat butter and milk over low heat until butter is melted. Using a potato masher or electric beater, slowly blend milk mixture into potatoes until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257.1 calories, Carbohydrate 43.7 g, Cholesterol 20.1 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 76.1 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

ROASTED GARLIC MASHED POTATOES



Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes image

Russet potatoes are blended with roasted garlic, butter and milk. This recipe is a standard.

Provided by Kathleen Burton

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Mashed Potato Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 medium head garlic
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and quartered
4 tablespoons butter, softened
½ cup milk
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Drizzle garlic with olive oil, then wrap in aluminum foil. Bake in preheated oven for 1 hour.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes, and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain, cool and chop. Stir in butter, milk, salt and pepper.
  • Remove the garlic from the oven, and cut in half. Squeeze the softened cloves into the potatoes. Blend potatoes with an electric mixer until desired consistency is achieved.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.7 calories, Carbohydrate 23.5 g, Cholesterol 16.5 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 294.5 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

ROASTED GARLIC MASHED POTATOES



Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes image

Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 3 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 head garlic
Olive oil
2 pounds red potatoes, washed well and quartered
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
5 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Slice off the very top of the garlic head. Drizzle head with olive oil and wrap in foil. Place on a sheet tray and bake until tender and fragrant, roughly 35 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool. Remove the cloves and mash with a wooden spoon.
  • Place potatoes in a large stockpot and cover with cold water. Add salt and bring to a boil. Cook until fork tender and drain. Mash the potatoes until smooth.
  • Meanwhile heat butter and cream until butter melts. Add the roasted garlic and potatoes and mash all together.
  • Taste and season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

ULTIMATE MASHED POTATOES RECIPE BY TASTY



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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

2 lb yukon gold potato
½ cup whole milk
½ cup heavy cream
8 cloves garlic, crushed
½ cup unsalted butter, cubed, cold
2 teaspoons kosher salt
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
chive, finely chopped, for serving

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

CHEESY MASHED POTATOES



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Everyone who has tasted these cheesy mashed potatoes asks how to make them. Since this comforting casserole bakes at the same temperature as my chicken bundles, I get it started in the oven and pop in the entree a little later. -Brad Moritz, Limerick, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 large potatoes, peeled and quartered
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1/3 cup chopped onion
1 large egg
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Additional shredded cheddar cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large saucepan; cover with water. Cover and bring to a boil. Cook for 20-25 minutes or until very tender; drain well., In a bowl, mash potatoes. Add cream cheese, cheddar cheese, sour cream, onion, egg, salt and pepper; beat until fluffy. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with additional cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328 calories, Fat 14g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 633mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

CREAMY GARLIC-PARMESAN MASHED POTATOES



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Tired of plain mashed potatoes? Why not try adding something new?

Provided by CNM CATERING

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Mashed Potato Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 pounds potatoes, peeled and quartered
¼ cup butter
6 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups 2% milk
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

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, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • While potatoes are cooking, melt butter over medium-low heat in a small saucepan. Add garlic and saute until soft, about 5 minutes.
  • Drain potatoes and return to the pot. Add garlic-butter mixture, milk, Parmesan cheese, parsley, sea salt, and pepper; mash until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277.8 calories, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 23.1 mg, Fat 8.1 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 9.5 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 365.8 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

MAKE-AHEAD MASHED POTATOES



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You can make these ahead several days and store in the fridge. If baking cold, let stand 30 minutes first.

Provided by Carol Evans

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Mashed Potato Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

5 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed
2 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese
8 ounces sour cream
½ cup milk
2 teaspoons onion salt
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Place potatoes in a large pot of lightly salted water. Bring to a boil, and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain, and mash.
  • In a large bowl, mix mashed potatoes, cream cheese, sour cream, milk, onion salt, and pepper. Transfer to a large casserole dish.
  • Cover, and bake for 50 minutes in the preheated oven.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.2 calories, Carbohydrate 35.8 g, Cholesterol 24.7 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 369.6 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

JOE'S ROASTED GARLIC MASHED POTATOES



Joe's Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes image

Categories     Cheese     Dairy     Garlic     Potato     Side     Kid-Friendly     Winter     Gourmet     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 garlic head, unpeeled
2 1/2 pounds red potatoes (about 16 medium)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup buttermilk
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan (about 1 1/2 ounces)
a pinch freshly ground white pepper, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Cut top 1/4 inch off garlic head and wrap head in foil. Roast garlic 40 to 50 minutes, or until very soft, and cool. Squeeze roasted garlic from head and reserve.
  • In a 4-quart saucepan cover potatoes with water by 2 inches and simmer until very tender, about 30 minutes. Drain potatoes in a colander (do not peel). Transfer potatoes while still hot to a large bowl and add butter. With an electric mixer on low speed mash slightly. Beat in sour cream, buttermilk, chives, and oil until combined well. Add Parmesan, reserved garlic, pepper, and salt to taste, beating until smooth.

THE BEST MASHED POTATOES



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This recipe is often requested during Thanksgiving. It's totally tasty and everyone will rave! For a variation, serve in a casserole dish, and refrigerate overnight. Sprinkle extra Parmesan cheese and butter over potatoes and reheat in the oven.

Provided by Christina C

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Mashed Potato Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
½ cup butter
2 cups Parmesan cheese
1 cup chopped fresh chives
1 ½ cups cream cheese
½ medium head garlic, peeled and minced
1 pinch salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes; cook until tender but still firm. Drain and return to stove over low heat to dry for 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Add butter, Parmesan cheese, chives, cream cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper. Use a potato masher to mash until smooth, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380.6 calories, Carbohydrate 36.3 g, Cholesterol 64 mg, Fat 21.8 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 11.6 g, SaturatedFat 13.6 g, Sodium 356.1 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

GARLIC MASHED POTATOES SECRET RECIPE



Garlic Mashed Potatoes Secret Recipe image

This is my secret recipe for Garlic Mashed potatoes, reverse engineered from a certain Italian restaurant. This recipe for 100 servings, I usually cut it down to 10 servings (1 5lb bag of potatoes). I guarantee that these are the best potatoes you've ever tasted.

Provided by AUSTAD

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Mashed Potato Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 100

Number Of Ingredients 6

50 pounds unpeeled red potatoes, quartered
8 pounds butter, room temperature
3 pounds Romano cheese, grated
3 cups chopped garlic
½ cup salt
½ cup dried oregano

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender but still firm, about 45 minutes; drain. Stir in butter, cheese, garlic, salt and oregano. Mash with a potato masher or with an electric mixer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 498 calories, Carbohydrate 43.2 g, Cholesterol 92.3 mg, Fat 33.4 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 21.1 g, Sodium 848.6 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

RESTAURANT-STYLE GARLIC MASHED POTATOES



Restaurant-Style Garlic Mashed Potatoes image

This is one of the most popular recipes from my blog, Delicious as it Looks. Who doesn't love the mashed potatoes served at restaurants? Now you can make them at home.

Provided by DeliciousAsItLooks

Categories     Mashed Potatoes

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 lbs red potatoes or 8 small red potatoes, quartered, skin left on
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large pot or dutch oven. Add enough water to cover the potatoes. Stir in 1 teaspoon of the kosher salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover and simmer about 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place the remaining 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, pepper, garlic powder, sour cream, Parmesan cheese and butter in the bowl of an electric mixer.
  • When potatoes pierce easily with a paring knife, remove from heat and drain. Add potatoes to the bowl with the other ingredients and mix on medium speed until mostly smooth (there may be some lumps, but we usually don't mind that). Serve.

MAKE AHEAD MASHED POTATOES



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Remember whipping up potatoes at the last minute before holiday meals? Never again! These are the most delicious mashed spuds we've ever tasted - but best of all, you can make them the day before the feast.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 pounds medium potatoes (about 12), peeled and quartered
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup sour cream
1/3 cup butter, softened
1-1/4 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup minced fresh chives, optional
2 tablespoons 2% milk

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large saucepan; add water to cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 15-20 minutes. Drain. , In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Add potatoes; beat until light and fluffy. Beat in butter, seasonings and, if desired, chives. Transfer to a greased 2-1/2-qt. microwave-safe dish. Refrigerate, covered, overnight., Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before heating. Microwave, uncovered, on high 10 minutes, stirring once. Stir in milk. Microwave until heated through, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 359mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

GARLIC MASHED POTATOES



Garlic Mashed Potatoes image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup garlic cloves, peeled (about 1 head)
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and quartered
Kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup heavy cream, half-and-half, or creme fraiche

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring the garlic and oil to a boil, then turn the heat to low and cook uncovered for 5 minutes, or until the garlic is lightly browned. Turn off the heat and set aside. The garlic will continue to cook in the oil.
  • Meanwhile, place the potatoes in a large pot of salted water, bring to a boil, and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, until the potatoes are very tender. With a slotted spoon, remove the potatoes from the water, reserving the cooking water, and remove the garlic from the oil, reserving the oil.
  • Process the potatoes and garlic through a food mill fitted with the medium disk. Add the reserved olive oil, 2 teaspoons of salt, the pepper, cream, and 3/4 cup of the cooking water to the potatoes and mix with a wooden spoon. Add more cooking water, if necessary, until the potatoes are creamy but still firm. Season, to taste, and serve hot.

SOUR CREAM AND CHIVE MASHED POTATOES



Sour Cream and Chive Mashed Potatoes image

Velvety mashed potatoes made with sour cream and chives! Scallions also work well if you do not have chives on hand.

Provided by Lauren

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Mashed Potato Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and quartered
½ cup milk
½ cup sour cream
¼ cup chopped fresh chives
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large pot with enough water to come up 2 inches from the bottom. Bring to a boil, and cook for 20 to 25 minutes, until fork tender. Drain, and mash. Mix in the milk using a potato masher or an electric mixer until fluffy. Stir in the sour cream and chives, and season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128.5 calories, Carbohydrate 21.8 g, Cholesterol 7.5 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 20.7 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

SLOW-COOKER MASHED POTATOES



Slow-Cooker Mashed Potatoes image

The slow cooker takes an already-simple classic recipe and makes it even easier. Simply toss cut russet potatoes, butter and a touch of salt and pepper into a slow cooker, turn it on low and walk away for a few hours. When you return, the potatoes will be perfectly tender and ready to be mashed. Best of all, the slow cooker traps all the potato flavor, making these spuds extra potatoey.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 4h20m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

5 pounds medium russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
12 tablespoons (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup sour cream
1 1/2 to 2 cups milk, warm
2 tablespoons sliced chives

Steps:

  • Toss the potatoes, butter, 1 tablespoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper together in a 6-quart slow cooker. Add 1 cup of water, then cover and cook on high until the potatoes are tender, about 4 hours. (The potatoes might have browned lightly in spots but that is okay.)
  • Remove the lid and add the sour cream and 1 1/2 cups warm milk to the potatoes. Use a potato masher to smash the potatoes until they are mostly smooth. If the potatoes need to be thinned out, stir in the remaining 1/2 cup warm milk. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper. Garnish with chives.

GARLIC MASHED RED POTATOES



Garlic Mashed Red Potatoes image

These creamy garlic mashed potatoes are so good, you can serve them plain-no butter or gravy is needed. This is one of our favorite red potato recipes. -Valerie Mitchell, Olathe, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 medium red potatoes, quartered
3 garlic cloves, peeled
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup fat-free milk, warmed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place potatoes and garlic in a large saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are very tender., Drain well. Add the butter, milk and salt; mash. Stir in cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 275mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BAKED MASHED POTATOES



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Mashed potatoes that are lighter and fluffier. Cream cheese gives them a richer flavor. Can be made ahead of time!

Provided by Nancy F.

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Mashed Potato Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
½ cup butter
¼ cup milk
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 onion, grated
1 egg
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add potatoes, and cook until tender but firm, about 15 minutes; drain.
  • In a large bowl, mash potatoes with the butter and milk. With a hand mixer, beat in cream cheese and onion. In a small bowl, beat the egg with a little bit of the mashed potatoes. Stir into potatoes, and season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a 2 quart casserole dish.
  • Bake 1 hour in the preheated oven, or until puffy and lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.6 calories, Carbohydrate 35.6 g, Cholesterol 56.8 mg, Fat 14.9 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 142.3 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

CHEF JOHN'S PERFECT MASHED POTATOES



Chef John's Perfect Mashed Potatoes image

This recipe will hopefully give you the proper techniques to turn out perfect mashed potatoes every time; always light, fluffy and lump-free.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Mashed Potato Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 large russet potatoes, peeled and cut in half lengthwise
¼ cup butter
½ cup whole milk
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes into a large pot, and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Drain, and return the potatoes to the pot. Turn heat to high, and allow the potatoes to dry for about 30 seconds. Turn off the heat.
  • Mash the potatoes with a potato masher twice around the pot, then add the butter and milk. Continue to mash until smooth and fluffy. Whisk in the salt and black pepper until evenly distributed, about 15 seconds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 333.1 calories, Carbohydrate 49.7 g, Cholesterol 33.6 mg, Fat 12.7 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 30.4 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right potatoes: Yukon Gold, Russet, and Bintje potatoes are all good choices for mashed potatoes. They have a high starch content, which makes them creamy and fluffy when mashed.
  • Start with cold water: When boiling the potatoes, start with cold water. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Don't overcook the potatoes: Overcooked potatoes will be gummy and gluey. Cook them until they are just fork-tender.
  • Drain the potatoes thoroughly: After boiling the potatoes, drain them thoroughly in a colander. This will help to remove excess water, which can make the mashed potatoes watery.
  • Use a potato ricer or food mill: A potato ricer or food mill will produce the smoothest, creamiest mashed potatoes. If you don't have one of these tools, you can use a potato masher, but be sure to mash the potatoes until they are very smooth.
  • Add milk and butter gradually: When adding milk and butter to the mashed potatoes, start with a small amount and gradually add more until you reach the desired consistency. This will help to prevent the mashed potatoes from becoming too runny or too thick.
  • Season to taste: Season the mashed potatoes with salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add herbs, such as parsley, chives, or rosemary, for extra flavor.

Conclusion:

Mashed potatoes are a classic side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make the perfect mashed potatoes every time.

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