Description
Mashed potatoes done right. Simple ingredients, no fuss, and all the creamy, buttery goodness you could ever want.
Ingredients
- 2.5 pounds of potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet)
- 4 tbs unsalted butter, room temperature
- ½–¾ cup whole milk or heavy cream, room temperature
- 1/4 cup sour cream or full-fat plain Greek yogurt, room temperature
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: chopped parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
- Peel and cut the potatoes into evenly sized chunks.
- Place the potato chunks in a large pot and cover with cold water.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Drain the potatoes well and transfer them to a large bowl. Mash them using a masher or ricer until smooth.
- Add the butter to the potatoes and mix to combine.
- Gradually mix in the sour cream and ½ cup of milk or heavy cream, stirring until the desired creamy consistency is achieved. If the potatoes are too thick for your liking, add an extra splash of cream. Mix in the salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as desired. Garnish with herbs.
- Prep Time: 25
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Side dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American