Best 7 Seasoned Mashed Potatoes Recipes

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Seasoned mashed potatoes are a staple side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. They are also a great way to use up leftover potatoes, and they can be made ahead of time, making them a convenient option for busy weeknights. Whether you like your mashed potatoes smooth and creamy or chunky and rustic, there are endless ways to season them to your liking. From classic butter and milk to roasted garlic and herbs, there is a combination of flavors that will appeal to everyone. Read on for some of our favorite seasoned mashed potato recipes.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SEASONED MASHED POTATOES



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Simply seasoned, these creamy mashed potatoes go so well with Mom's meat loaf. They've always been a favorite at our house. You can make the potatoes ahead and keep them warm, covered, in the baking pan in the oven. -Emily Dennis, Hancock, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 pounds potatoes, peeled and quartered (about 9 medium)
6 ounces cream cheese, softened
6 tablespoons butter, softened
1/4 cup milk
3/4 teaspoon seasoned salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon onion salt

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large 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 potatoes. Add the remaining ingredients; beat until fluffy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354 calories, Fat 22g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 479mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

SEASONED MASHED POTATOES



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I like these mashed potatoes because they are simply seasoned and creamy and go well with lots of meals. These can be made ahead and kept warm, covered, in the baking pan in the oven. Recipe is from Taste of Home.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Potato

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 lbs potatoes, peeled and quartered (about 9 medium potatoes)
2 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
6 tablespoons butter, softened
1/4 cup milk
3/4 teaspoon seasoning salt
3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon onion salt

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in large saucepan and cover with water.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender; drain.
  • In large mixing bowl, mash the potatoes.
  • Add the remaining ingredients; mash until fluffy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.7, Fat 22, SaturatedFat 13.8, Cholesterol 63.1, Sodium 184.4, Carbohydrate 41.1, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 1.8, Protein 7.2

SPICY MASHED POTATOES



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Jalapeno and cilantro add a new dimension, and a little color, to good ol' mashed potatoes.

Provided by Marilyn

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Mashed Potato Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced
2 tablespoons light sour cream
2 tablespoons jalapeno-flavored cream cheese
2 tablespoons butter
sea salt to taste

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a pot with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil; cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine cilantro and jalapeno in a food processor. Process until finely chopped, about 30 seconds. Add sour cream and cream cheese. Blend for another 30 seconds.
  • Drain potatoes and transfer to a bowl. Mash with a potato masher. Beat in jalapeno mixture and butter. Season with salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.8 calories, Carbohydrate 49.1 g, Cholesterol 26.2 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 162.7 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

GARLIC-HERB MASHED POTATOES



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For a spin on ordinary "spuds," stir in garlic and an assortment of herbs.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into fourths
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup butter or margarine
2 cloves garlic, crushed
3/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary leaves
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in 4-quart saucepan; add enough water to cover potatoes. Add 1 teaspoon salt. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered 20 to 30 minutes or until tender; drain. Mash with potato masher or electric mixer on low speed.
  • While potatoes are cooking, melt butter in 1-quart saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook garlic in butter 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently and being careful not to brown butter, until garlic is very soft. Stir in milk and herbs. Cook until thoroughly heated.
  • Add milk mixture to mashed potatoes; beat until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 200 mg

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

CREAMY MASHED POTATOES II



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Creamy mashed potatoes with ranch seasoning in them. Grandma Jan's Thanksgiving dinner mashed potatoes. For a variation, try sprinkling your favorite shredded cheese over the top before baking.

Provided by AMANDA43

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Mashed Potato Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
4 ounces cream cheese
⅓ cup butter
8 ounces sour cream
½ (1 ounce) package dry Ranch-style dressing mix

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F ( 175 degrees C).
  • Place potatoes in a large pot with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook until potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes. Drain water, and add cream cheese, butter, sour cream and ranch dressing mix. Mash until creamy using a potato masher or electric mixer. Spread evenly in a large baking dish.
  • Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until the top is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373.3 calories, Carbohydrate 53.5 g, Cholesterol 38.7 mg, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 6.5 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.4 g, Sodium 204.9 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

SEASONED POTATOES



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Mildly seasoned with fresh parsley and the flavors of garlic and onion, this stovetop side dish goes well with just about any main course.-Sandra Novotny, Windsor, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) sliced potatoes, drained
1 small onion, cut into thin wedges
2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Pinch salt

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add potatoes and onion; cook and stir for 10 minutes or until lightly browned. Combine the parsley, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder and salt; sprinkle over potato mixture and toss to coat. Cook 5-10 minutes longer or until onion is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 553mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

  • Use Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes for a creamy and fluffy texture.
  • Boil the potatoes in salted water to enhance their flavor.
  • Drain the potatoes thoroughly to prevent them from becoming watery.
  • Mash the potatoes until smooth, but be careful not to overmix them.
  • Add butter, milk, and seasonings to taste.
  • For a richer flavor, use heavy cream instead of milk.
  • Add grated Parmesan cheese or crumbled bacon for a savory twist.
  • For a lighter version, use low-fat milk or yogurt instead of butter.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs, such as chives or parsley.
  • Serve mashed potatoes immediately or store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Mashed potatoes are a versatile side dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. With a few simple tips, you can create a delicious and flavorful dish that will complement any meal. Whether you prefer them creamy and smooth or chunky and rustic, there is a mashed potato recipe out there for everyone. So next time you're looking for a comforting and satisfying side dish, give mashed potatoes a try.

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