Classic Creamy Mashed Potatoes: The Best Comfort Side Dish
Classic Creamy Mashed Potatoes are the ultimate comfort side dish that pairs perfectly with any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds russet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Peel and cut the potatoes into large chunks.
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
- Add butter, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and garlic powder to the potatoes.
- Mash until smooth and creamy.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- For an extra creamy texture, use a potato ricer.
- Feel free to add cream cheese for a richer flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1 gram
- Sodium: 300 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 9 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 4 grams
- Cholesterol: 40 milligrams
Keywords: Classic Creamy Mashed Potatoes, Comfort Food, Side Dish