Best 6 Ultimate Mashed Potatoes Recipe By Tasty Recipes

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

Mashed potatoes are a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are simple to make and can be paired with a variety of main dishes. Whether you are looking for a traditional mashed potato recipe or something a little more unique, Tasty has you covered. With their ultimate mashed potatoes recipe, you can create a dish that is both delicious and memorable. This recipe is sure to be a hit at your next dinner party or family gathering.

Let's cook with our recipes!

THE BEST MASHED POTATOES



The Best Mashed Potatoes image

This is our go-to recipe for classic mashed potatoes, made with plenty of butter and cream. To make them fluffy and flavorful, be sure to simmer them slowly and add plenty of salt to the cooking water. And don't skip the step of steaming the excess water off; leaving too much moisture in the potatoes causes them to be loose and gluey.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and quartered
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, cubed
3/4 cup heavy cream, heated

Steps:

  • Put the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Generously salt the water and bring to a boil over high heat. Then lower the heat to medium and gently simmer until the potatoes are completely tender when pierced with the tip of a knife, about 30 minutes.
  • Drain the potatoes well and return them to the pot. Place the pot over low heat and let any residual water steam off, about 2 minutes. Mash the potatoes well with a potato masher. Fold in the butter with a spatula until melted, and then fold in the cream. Season with salt and pepper.

ULTIMATE MASHED POTATOES RECIPE BY TASTY



Ultimate Mashed Potatoes Recipe by Tasty image

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

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

CHEF JOHN'S ULTIMATE MASHED POTATOES



Chef John's Ultimate Mashed Potatoes image

Forgot those low-fat or no-fat options... holiday mashed potatoes are supposed to have a ridiculous amount of butter in them! Eating a scoop of these potatoes a few times a year is a well-deserved treat. Garnish with chives if desired.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Mashed Potatoes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 ¼ pounds russet potatoes
1 pound unsalted European-style butter
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup hot milk
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste

Steps:

  • Peel potatoes and cut into quarters. Transfer to a bowl of cold water and rinse to remove starch. Drain and transfer to a pot of cold water. Very generously salt the water and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are soft and the tip of a knife goes in easily, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • While the potatoes are cooking, cut butter in chunks and let come to room temperature.
  • Drain potatoes thoroughly and return to the pot. Set over medium-low heat and mash with a potato masher until potatoes. Season with salt and pepper and add ¼ of the softened butter chunks. Mash until butter just about disappears.
  • Add another 1/4 of the butter and mix with a wire whisk until it just about disappears. Whisk in the remaining butter in 2 additions as before; potatoes will be light and creamy after all the butter has been mixed in.
  • Whisk in hot milk until incorporated. Add cayenne and more salt if needed. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 556.4 calories, Carbohydrate 33.7 g, Cholesterol 122.6 mg, Fat 46.3 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 29.3 g, Sodium 18.6 mg

THE BEST MASHED POTATOES



The Best Mashed Potatoes image

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

TRADITIONAL MASHED POTATOES



Traditional Mashed Potatoes image

Mashed potatoes make a wonderful accompaniment to most any meal, so keep this recipe handy.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings (about 4-1/2 cups).

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 medium russet potatoes (about 2 pounds), peeled and cubed
1/2 cup warm whole milk or heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup butter, cubed
3/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium; cook, uncovered, until easily pierced with a fork, 20-25 minutes. Drain. Add remaining ingredients; mash until light and fluffy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 367mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips:

  • For the creamiest mashed potatoes, use a ricer to mash them instead of a potato masher.
  • Add a little bit of sour cream, cream cheese, or butter to the potatoes for extra richness.
  • If you're using a potato masher, be sure to mash the potatoes until they are completely smooth, with no lumps.
  • Season the potatoes to taste with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Garnish the mashed potatoes with chopped parsley, chives, or green onions.

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 tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like them creamy or chunky, with or without skins, mashed potatoes are a versatile dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.

Related Topics