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homemade mashed potatoes in a white bowl with tabs of butter and garnish of parsley.
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The Best Mashed Potatoes

These homemade mashed potatoes are flavorful, buttery, rich, and creamy. Fool-proof tips for making the best mashed potatoes every time!
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword homemade mashed potatoes, mashed potatoes, the best mashed potatoes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 12 servings
Calories 234kcal
Author Courtney

Ingredients

  • 3 lbs Russet potatoes
  • 2 lb Yukon potatoes
  • 1 - 1 1/2 cups whole milk cream or half and half
  • 1/2 cup butter room temp, more if desired
  • 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt we recommend Lawry's
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Scrub the potatoes to clean and then peel them if desired. Peel and then chop the potatoes into evenly sized pieces.
  • Place potatoes into a large pot with cold water and place on medium heat to boil.
  • Once boiling, add a sprinkle of salt and keep an eye on the potatoes. Carefully drain the water from the potatoes when easily pierced with a fork - about 15 minutes.
  • While the potatoes are cooking, warm the milk or cream in a saucepan to a simmer, but not boiling.
  • Drain potatoes in a colander and then pour the potatoes back into the pot and cook off the excess water on medium heat, stirring for about 1 minute.
  • Mash the potatoes using a stand mixer, strainer, food mill, ricer, or potato masher. Do not over-mash.
  • Mix the potatoes with the butter until combined. Then add in the warmed milk and stir until smooth and creamy. Add more milk if needed. Season to taste.
  • Garnish with a tab of butter, chopped parsley, chives, or a sprig of fresh thyme, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 234kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 180mg | Potassium: 839mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 288IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 2mg