Description
This recipe for Creamy Mashed Potatoes features tender russet potatoes mashed to a smooth, fluffy consistency with a rich blend of unsalted butter, sour cream, heavy cream, and milk. Perfect as a comforting side dish, it combines classic ingredients for a luscious, velvety texture and balanced flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes and Seasoning
- 5 lbs russet potatoes, cut into large cubes
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
Dairy
- 1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup milk
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: Peel and cut the russet potatoes into large chunks to ensure even cooking.
- Boil the Potatoes: Place the potatoes in a large pot with the bay leaf, cover with cold water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil. Cook for 20 minutes or until the potatoes are fork tender.
- Drain and Return to Pot: Drain the cooked potatoes, discard the bay leaf, then transfer the potatoes back to the pot.
- Mash with Butter: Add the softened unsalted butter and mash the potatoes until smooth and lump-free, creating a creamy base.
- Add Creams and Milk: Stir in the sour cream and heavy cream, mashing until the mixture is fluffy and smooth. Add the milk gradually, stirring until desired consistency is achieved.
- Season and Serve: Taste and season with salt and pepper as desired. Serve immediately to enjoy the creamy texture and rich flavor.
Notes
- Use room temperature butter for easier mashing and better incorporation.
- Russet potatoes are ideal for fluffy mashed potatoes due to their high starch content.
- Adjust the amount of milk depending on the desired consistency of the mashed potatoes.
- For extra flavor, consider adding roasted garlic or chopped fresh herbs when mashing.
- Serve immediately for the best texture; mashed potatoes may thicken if left to sit.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 351 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 52 mg
