Creamy Mashed Potatoes

Transform simple ingredients into a luxurious side dish with this Creamy Mashed Potatoes recipe, a comforting classic perfect for dinner tables year-round! Featuring fluffy russet potatoes whipped to silky perfection with rich heavy cream, whole milk, and a touch of unsalted butter, this recipe delivers an irresistibly smooth texture and robust flavor. A sprinkle of freshly chopped chives adds a vibrant finish, making it as visually inviting as it is delicious. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy-to-follow recipe is ideal for weeknight meals or holiday feasts, pairing seamlessly with everything from roasted meats to seasonal vegetables. Learn the secrets to the creamiest mashed potatoes that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds russet potatoes
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 cup whole milk
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh chives

Directions

Step 1

Peel and cube the russet potatoes into evenly sized pieces, about 1-inch cubes. Rinse the potatoes under cold water to remove excess starch.

Step 2

Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the pot.

Step 3

Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and simmer until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Step 4

While the potatoes are cooking, warm the heavy cream and whole milk in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally. Do not let it boil.

Step 5

Once the potatoes are done, drain them thoroughly and return them to the pot.

Step 6

Add the unsalted butter to the hot potatoes and allow it to melt.

Step 7

Using a potato masher or a ricer, mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy.

Step 8

Slowly incorporate the warm cream and milk mixture into the potatoes, stirring gently until everything is well combined.

Step 9

Season the mashed potatoes with the remaining 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 0.25 teaspoon of ground black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste if necessary.

Step 10

Garnish with freshly chopped chives before serving. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1337.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2165.8

Total Fat 131.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 78.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 378.6mg	0%
Sodium 3800.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 205.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.0g	0%
Total Sugars 16.4g
Protein 30.8g	0%

Vitamin D 53.7IU	0%
Calcium 303.9mg	0%
Iron 10.8mg	0%
Potassium 5291.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.7%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 38.5%