**Creamy Mashed Potatoes: A Culinary Delight for Every Occasion**
Indulge in the creamy delight of mashed potatoes, a classic dish that transcends time and culinary boundaries. This versatile side dish can be enjoyed as a comforting accompaniment to a hearty roast dinner, a delightful addition to a holiday feast, or a simple yet satisfying meal on its own. Whether you prefer them smooth and velvety or chunky and rustic, our collection of mashed potato recipes caters to every taste and preference. From the classic boiled and mashed potatoes to unique variations infused with herbs, spices, and delectable ingredients, our recipes will guide you in creating the perfect mashed potatoes that will steal the spotlight at any gathering.
CREAMY MASHED POTATOES
Steps:
- Peel the potatoes and cut into uniform 1/2-inch pieces. Place into a 4-quart saucepan and cover with cold water by at least 1-inch. Cover, set over high heat and bring to a boil. Once boiling, remove the lid, decrease the heat to maintain a simmer and cook until the potatoes can easily be crushed with a pair of tongs, approximately 15 to 20 minutes. Drain in a colander.
- Put the cream, butter, salt and pepper into the now empty 4-quart saucepan and place back over the heat until the butter has melted. Remove from the heat and set a food mill fitted with the smallest die, on top of the pot. Add 1 cup of potatoes at a time to the mill. Once all of the potatoes have passed through the mill, stir to combine. Taste and adjust the seasoning, if necessary. Serve immediately.
CREAMY MASHED POTATOES
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 1h15m
Yield 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Peel and cut the potatoes into pieces that are generally the same size. Bring a large pot of water to a simmer and add the potatoes. Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are cooked through, 30 to 35 minutes. (When they're cooked through a fork should easily slide into the potatoes with no resistance, and the potatoes should almost, but not totally, fall apart.)
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Drain the potatoes thoroughly in a large colander. Place them back into the dry pot and put the pot on the stove. Mash the potatoes over low heat, allowing all the steam to escape before adding in all the other ingredients.
- Turn off the heat and add the butter, cream cheese and about 1/2 cup of half-and-half. Mash, mash, mash! Next, add about 1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Stir well, and then taste and add more half-and-half, seasoning salt and pepper if needed.
- Transfer the potatoes to a medium-sized baking dish. Throw a few pats of butter over the top of the potatoes and place in the oven until the butter is melted and the potatoes are warmed through.
CREAMY MASHED POTATOES
I love potatoes, mashed ones especially. This company-worthy version is a superb accompaniment to the beef roast I serve at our holiday meal. Cream cheese adds richness while garlic delivers distinctive flavor. -Lise Thomson, Cut Bank, Montana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 40m
Yield 6-8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain. , Place potatoes and garlic in a large bowl. Add cream cheese, milk, butter, salt and pepper; beat until smooth. , Transfer potato mixture to a large serving bowl. Sprinkle with onions and paprika if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 368mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
FREEZER MASHED POTATOES
Can you freeze mashed potatoes? You bet you can! I always make these potatoes and give them to my kids when they go away to school. All they have to do is keep it in freezer until it's mashed potato time! -Jessie Fortune, Pocahontas, Arkansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h
Yield 14 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain. , In a large bowl, mash potatoes with butter. Beat in the sour cream, cream cheese, onion powder, salt and pepper. Transfer 1-1/2 cups to a 2-cup baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until heated through. , Cool remaining mashed potatoes. Freeze in 1-1/2-cup portions for up to 6 months., To use frozen potatoes: Thaw in the refrigerator. Bake as directed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 173mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
BEST EVER CREAMY MASHED POTATOES
Make everyone's favourite side dish, creamy mashed potatoes. This simple recipe results in fluffy, comforting mash that the whole family will love
Provided by Georgina Kiely - Digital food editor, bbcgoodfood.com
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Tip the potatoes into a large pan, cover with cold water and sprinkle with a generous pinch of salt. Set the pan over a high heat and bring to the boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 15-20 mins until the potatoes are very tender - they should be able to be easily pierced with the tip of a knife. Drain well, then return to the pan and leave to steam-dry for 5 mins.
- Pass the potatoes through a ricer into a large bowl for a lump-free mash (you may need to do this in batches). Alternatively, mash with a potato masher until smooth, then press through a sieve using the back of a spoon to get rid of any remaining lumps.
- Tip the 50g Yeo Valley Organic salted butter, the milk and some seasoning into the bowl with the hot mash. Beat everything together with a wooden spoon or spatula until the butter has melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy. Add a splash more milk to loosen, if needed. Top with the remaining 1 tbsp butter and leave it to melt for a few seconds before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 302 calories, Fat 14 grams fat, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 38 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein, Sodium 0.13 milligram of sodium
CREAMY MASHED POTATOES
This decadent mashed potato uses clever substitutions to reduce fat and calories but maintain a rich creaminess
Provided by Angela Nilsen
Categories Side dish
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Bring a large saucepan of water to the boil. Add the potatoes and boil for about 15 mins or until tender. Transfer to a colander and drain well, then return to the pan and set over a very low heat for 2 mins to dry completely.
- Heat the milk and butter in a small pan, then pour over the potatoes. Remove from the heat, then mash potatoes using an electric hand whisk or potato masher. Tip in the créme fraîche and beat with a wooden spoon until smooth and creamy. Season with pepper and a pinch of salt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 calories, Fat 4.1 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2.4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 40.5 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2.3 grams sugar, Fiber 3.3 grams fiber, Protein 6.3 grams protein, Sodium 0.1 milligram of sodium
CREAMY MASHED POTATOES
Using a potato variety that's high in starch, like Yukon gold, will give you fluffier mashed potatoes.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place potatoes in a medium pot; cover with water, and season with salt. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain, and let cool slightly. Peel potatoes, and pass through a ricer. Return potatoes to pot.
- Add cream and butter, and cook over medium heat until warmed through. Season with salt and pepper, and stir to combine. Serve warm.
ULTRA CREAMY MASHED POTATOES
The secret to making mashed potatoes extra-flavorful is cooking them in chicken broth. They're mashed until smooth and creamy, with just the right amount of butter and cream to make a homestyle potato side everyone will enjoy. These creamy mashed potatoes are an essential holiday side dish, but they're great any day- we love them as a side with steak or chicken.
Provided by Swanson®
Categories Swanson®
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place potatoes and broth in a 3-quart saucepan. Heat over high heat to a boil, then cover and cook (still on high) for 10 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
- Drain the potatoes, reserving the broth.
- Mash the potatoes with the cream, butter and about 1/2 cup reserved broth (the consistency will vary depending on the type of potatoes used, so you may want to add more of the reserved broth- see ingredient note). Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.9 calories, Carbohydrate 35.2 g, Cholesterol 19.3 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 366.9 mg
Tips:
- For extra creamy mashed potatoes, use Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes.
- Peel the potatoes before boiling to ensure a smooth texture.
- Boil the potatoes in salted water to enhance their flavor.
- Drain the potatoes thoroughly before mashing to prevent them from becoming watery.
- Use a potato ricer or food mill to achieve a smooth and lump-free texture.
- Add butter, milk, and cream cheese to the mashed potatoes while they are still hot to create a velvety texture.
- Season the mashed potatoes with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste.
- Garnish the mashed potatoes with chopped chives, parsley, or bacon bits for an extra touch of flavor.
Conclusion:
Loaded with flavor and incredibly versatile, these Creamy Mashed Potatoes are the perfect side dish for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a holiday dinner or simply looking for a comforting meal, these mashed potatoes will surely impress. So, gather your ingredients, follow the easy steps, and indulge in the ultimate mashed potato experience!
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