My Grandmother Gittle's Mashed Potatoes the Absolute Best

Creamy, buttery, and bursting with nostalgic warmth, My Grandmother Gittle's Mashed Potatoes are truly the absolute best. Made with perfectly boiled russet potatoes, a luxurious blend of heavy cream and whole milk infused with fresh garlic, and a generous dollop of unsalted butter, this family heirloom recipe elevates classic comfort food to an art form. The key to their irresistible texture lies in mashing while warm and incorporating just the right amount of creamy liquid for a velvety consistency. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh chives for a pop of color and a hint of freshness, these mashed potatoes are the ultimate side dish for holiday feasts or cozy weeknight dinners. Simple, timeless, and utterly delicious, this recipe brings a touch of tradition to every table.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 pounds Russet potatoes
• 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 cup Whole milk
• 2 large, minced Garlic cloves
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, finely chopped Fresh chives (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the russet potatoes and cut them into evenly-sized chunks, about 2 inches each. This ensures even cooking.

Step 2

Place the potato chunks in a large pot, and add enough cold water to completely cover them. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.

Step 3

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

Step 4

While the potatoes are cooking, heat the heavy cream, milk, and minced garlic in a small saucepan over low heat. Do not let it boil; you just want the mixture warm and the garlic slightly soft. Set aside.

Step 5

Drain the cooked potatoes in a colander and return them to the pot. Allow them to sit for 1-2 minutes on low heat to evaporate any remaining water, which prevents soggy potatoes.

Step 6

Add the unsalted butter to the potatoes and mash using a potato masher or ricer until mostly smooth. For an extra creamy texture, use a hand mixer on low.

Step 7

Gradually stir in the warm heavy cream and milk mixture, a little at a time, until the desired creaminess is achieved.

Step 8

Season the mashed potatoes with the remaining 1 teaspoon of salt and the ground black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.

Step 9

Spoon the mashed potatoes into a serving dish and garnish with finely chopped fresh chives, if using.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy the culmination of simple, timeless flavors!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1834.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2829.8

Total Fat 155.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 92.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 440.6mg	0%
Sodium 5049.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 309.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.4g	0%
Total Sugars 21.6g
Protein 44.9g	0%

Vitamin D 53.7IU	0%
Calcium 400.6mg	0%
Iron 16.4mg	0%
Potassium 7893.4mg	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: 49.7%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 43.9%