Mama's Best Mashed Potatoes

Creamy, buttery, and utterly irresistible, Mama's Best Mashed Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food side dish that will elevate any meal. Made with fluffy russet potatoes, a luxurious blend of heavy cream and whole milk, and just the right touch of butter, these mashed potatoes achieve perfect richness and smoothness. Optional garlic adds a subtle depth of flavor, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley provides a vibrant finish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy mashed potato recipe is perfect for family dinners, holiday feasts, or any time a hearty, crowd-pleasing side is needed. Pair these homemade mashed potatoes with roast chicken, Thanksgiving turkey, or crispy fried chicken for a wholesome and satisfying meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds russet potatoes
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 0.25 cup whole milk
• 2 cloves garlic (optional, minced or crushed)
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the potatoes and cut them into evenly sized chunks (about 2 inches). This ensures even cooking.

Step 2

Place the potato chunks into a large pot and cover them with cold water by about an inch. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.

Step 3

Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 4

While the potatoes are cooking, heat the heavy cream and milk in a small saucepan over low heat until warm. (If using garlic, add it to the mixture to infuse flavor.) Do not let it boil.

Step 5

Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them well and return them to the pot. Allow the potatoes to sit in the pot for 1-2 minutes to remove excess moisture.

Step 6

Add the butter to the potatoes and mash using a potato masher or ricer until smooth and creamy.

Step 7

Gradually add the warm cream and milk mixture, mashing and stirring as you go, until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 8

Taste the mashed potatoes and season with the remaining 0.5 teaspoons of salt and the black pepper. Adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 9

Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.

Step 10

Serve immediately while warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1161.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1738.5

Total Fat 90.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 53.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 251.3mg	0%
Sodium 3738.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 204.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.3g	0%
Total Sugars 13.5g
Protein 29.2g	0%

Vitamin D 26.8IU	0%
Calcium 240.1mg	0%
Iron 11.0mg	0%
Potassium 5233.2mg	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: 46.4%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 46.9%