ULTRA-CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

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Unpeeled potatoes absorb less moisture when boiled, and the ricer will catch the skins-great news for lazy cooks everywhere.

Provided by Andy Baraghani

Categories     Bon Appétit     Side     Thanksgiving     Potato     Butter     Milk/Cream     Garlic     Rosemary

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 pounds medium Yukon Gold potatoes, scrubbed
4 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more
1 1/2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 head of garlic, halved crosswise
3 sprigs rosemary
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature, cut into pieces
Freshly ground black pepper
Special Equipment
A potato ricer or food mill fitted with fine disk

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large pot and pour in cold water to cover by 1". Add a large handful of salt (water should taste briny, like the ocean) and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are very tender but not crumbly, 30-35 minutes. Drain, briefly rinse with cool water to remove any excess starch, and return potatoes to warm pot (off heat) to dry while you heat the milk mixture.
  • Warm milk, cream, garlic, and rosemary sprigs in a small saucepan over medium until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Remove pan from heat.
  • Pass hot potatoes through ricer or food mill into a large bowl (cold potatoes will become gummy). Add butter and 4 tsp. salt and stir until butter is completely incorporated. Strain warm milk mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large measuring glass. Pour into potatoes 1/2-cupful at a time, stirring after each addition until liquid is fully incorporated and mixture is smooth before adding more.
  • Serve mashed potatoes topped with a few grinds of pepper.
  • Do Ahead
  • Mashed potatoes can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Reheat over medium, stirring often and adding 1/4 cup milk or stock to thin out if needed.

Mohamed Wael
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This recipe is a must-try for any mashed potato lover. The cream cheese and sour cream make them extra creamy and flavorful. I also love the addition of garlic and onion. These mashed potatoes are sure to be a hit at your next gathering.


Akanbi adefowo
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These mashed potatoes are the perfect comfort food. They're so creamy and flavorful, and they always hit the spot. I love serving them with roasted chicken or beef.


Azorous
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I thought these mashed potatoes were just okay. They were a bit too bland for my taste. I think I would have preferred them with more salt and pepper.


malik ad
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These mashed potatoes are delicious! I love the creamy texture and the flavor is perfect. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Zeshan Khadim
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. I love that it's so easy to make and that I can always find the ingredients at my local grocery store.


Rosros Rosros
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The recipe was easy to follow and the mashed potatoes turned out great! I used Yukon Gold potatoes and they were so fluffy and creamy. I also added a bit of roasted garlic, which really took them to the next level.


rana rehan
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These mashed potatoes were a bit too rich for my taste. I think I would have preferred them with less cream cheese and sour cream.


Naziya Jan
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I'm not usually a fan of mashed potatoes, but these were surprisingly good. The cream cheese and sour cream made them really creamy and flavorful. I'll definitely be making them again.


Tenopho
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These mashed potatoes are the best I've ever had! They're so smooth and creamy, and the flavor is out of this world. I will definitely be making them again and again.


Jamond Epps
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I made these mashed potatoes for Thanksgiving dinner and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them, even my picky aunt. They were so creamy and flavorful, and the perfect side dish to our turkey and stuffing.


HK Media
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to follow and the mashed potatoes turn out perfect every time. I've made them for my family and friends several times and they always rave about them.


Maaz Rajput
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So fluffy and creamy.


Bereket M.Gobena
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Mashed potatoes are a family favorite, and this recipe takes them to the next level! The addition of cream cheese and sour cream makes them ultra-creamy and flavorful. I also love the hint of garlic and onion. My kids even ate their vegetables withou