Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Discover the ultimate creamy mashed potatoes recipe that's rich, buttery, and perfect as a side dish for any meal.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250kcal
Ingredients
- 2 pounds russet potatoes
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Peel and chop the russet potatoes into even chunks.
- Place the potato chunks in a large pot and cover with cold water.
- Add a pinch of salt to the water.
- Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Reduce to a simmer and cook until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes in a colander and return them to the pot.
- Add the butter to the hot potatoes and allow it to melt.
- Pour in the heavy cream gradually while mashing with a potato masher.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- For extra creaminess, whip the potatoes with a hand mixer for a few seconds.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 12g | Fiber: 2g