Description
Mashed potatoes are the epitome of comfort food, offering a creamy, fluffy texture that warms the soul. This recipe transforms simple russet potatoes into a delightful side dish that complements any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds russet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ cup heavy cream or milk
- 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
- ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Peel and cut the russet potatoes into even chunks.
- Place potato chunks in a large pot, cover with cold water, add salt, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook until tender (about 15-20 minutes).
- Drain the potatoes in a colander and let them steam dry for about one minute.
- Return the potatoes to the pot over low heat. Add unsalted butter and heavy cream or milk.
- Mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy with a potato masher or ricer. Avoid over-mixing to keep them fluffy.
- Season with additional salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg