Oprah's Classic Mashed Potatoes

Creamy, buttery, and utterly indulgent, Oprah's Classic Mashed Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food side dish. Made with tender russet potatoes, rich sour cream, and just the right touch of whole milk and butter, this recipe achieves the perfect balance of smoothness and flavor. Optional additions like minced garlic and freshly chopped chives elevate the dish with a gourmet twist, while a quick 40-minute prep and cook time make it easy to whip up for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. Whether served alongside roasted meats or as part of a vegetarian spread, these velvety mashed potatoes are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Try this must-make recipe for mashed potatoes that will steal the show at your next gathering!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds russet potatoes
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 cups whole milk
• 0.25 cups sour cream
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 cloves garlic (optional, minced)
• 2 tablespoons chives (optional, chopped)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the russet potatoes and cut them into evenly-sized chunks (about 2-inch pieces). Rinse the potato chunks under cold water to remove excess starch.

Step 2

Place the potato chunks in a large pot and add enough cold water to cover them by about 2 inches. Add a pinch of salt to the water.

Step 3

Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook the potatoes for 15-20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender and easily pierced by a knife.

Step 4

While the potatoes cook, warm the whole milk in a small saucepan over low heat. (Do not let it boil.)

Step 5

Once the potatoes are done, drain them thoroughly and return them to the pot. Allow them to sit for 1-2 minutes with the heat off to evaporate any residual moisture.

Step 6

Add the butter to the potatoes and begin mashing them with a potato masher or fork until they are mostly smooth.

Step 7

Gradually add the warmed milk, sour cream, kosher salt, and black pepper to the potatoes, stirring and mashing as you go, until the desired creamy consistency is achieved. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 8

For an optional flavor boost, stir in minced garlic and/or garnish with freshly chopped chives before serving.

Step 9

Serve the mashed potatoes warm as a comforting side dish for any meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1154.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1491.3

Total Fat 63.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 167.4mg	0%
Sodium 810.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 211.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.3g	0%
Total Sugars 20.3g
Protein 33.1g	0%

Vitamin D 53.7IU	0%
Calcium 390.9mg	0%
Iron 11.0mg	0%
Potassium 5317.8mg	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: 36.8%

Protein: 8.5%

Carbs: 54.6%