Best 6 Fluffy Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes Recipes

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**Melt-in-your-mouth Mashed Potatoes: A Culinary Symphony of Textures and Flavors**

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with our collection of fluffy buttermilk mashed potato recipes. These culinary delights are a symphony of textures and flavors, guaranteed to tantalize your taste buds and warm your soul. From classic mashed potatoes with a velvety texture and subtle tang, to loaded mashed potatoes bursting with savory ingredients, our recipes offer a delightful variety to suit every palate. Whether you're seeking a simple side dish or a showstopping centerpiece for your next gathering, these mashed potato recipes are sure to impress.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

LIGHT AND FLUFFY MASHED POTATOES RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: russet potato, cold water, kosher salt, unsalted butter, heavy cream, whole milk, freshly ground black pepper, fresh chives

Provided by Pierce Abernathy

Categories     Sides

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 lb russet potato, peeled and cut into large chunks
cold water
1 tablespoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup whole milk
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped, for garnish

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add the salt. Bring to a boil over high heat and cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 20 minutes longer.
  • Drain the potatoes and press through a potato ricer into a large bowl. Set aside.
  • Heat the butter, cream, and milk in a small pot over low heat until simmering.
  • Pour the cream mixture over the potatoes and stir to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Garnish with chives, if desired.
  • Note: A potato ricer gives these potatoes a super fluffy texture, but you can use a hand masher if you don't own one.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368 calories, Carbohydrate 46 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 3 grams

FLUFFY MASHED POTATOES



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Yield Makes 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

Coarse salt
2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
1/2 cup milk
Freshly ground white or black pepper

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with about 2 inches of water and add a pinch of salt. Set steamer basket in pot, making sure water doesn't seep through holes. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a rapid simmer.
  • Add potatoes to steamer basket and steam until tender when pierced with the tip of a paring knife, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Heat butter and milk in a small saucepan over medium heat until the milk is warm and the butter has melted. Remove potatoes from steamer basket. While potatoes are still hot, use a ricer to rice potatoes into a large bowl. Add milk mixture and gently combine with a spatula; season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

FLUFFY BUTTERMILK-MASHED POTATOES



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Buttermilk and a smidge of baking soda work together here to create an impossibly fluffy potato side dish. We like to finish ours with an extra pat of butter that melts into a golden pool while we set the table.

Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     side dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/4 pounds potatoes (like Yukon Gold), peeled and sliced
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons unsalted butter
Freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes and 1 teaspoon of salt in a medium saucepan and add enough water to cover. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat and simmer until the potatoes can be pierced easily with a fork, about 10 minutes. Drain, reserving a few tablespoons of the cooking liquid.
  • Place the potatoes in a large bowl and mash partly. Cook the buttermilk in a saucepan over low heat to just barely warm it; do not let the buttermilk get too hot or it will separate. Add it and the baking soda to the potatoes and mash completely.
  • Stir in the butter, additional salt and the pepper to taste. If you like very creamy mashed potatoes, add the reserved cooking liquid. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 140, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 409 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

BUTTERMILK MASHED POTATOES



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 2 to 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

Kosher salt
1 1/2 pounds boiling potatoes
1/4 cup milk
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large pot, bring 2 quarts of water and 1 tablespoon of salt to a boil. Meanwhile, peel the potatoes and cut them into 1 1/2-inch cubes. Add them to the boiling water and bring the water back to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes, until the potatoes fall apart easily when pierced with a fork.
  • Meanwhile, heat the milk and butter in a small saucepan, making sure it doesn't boil. Set aside until the potatoes are done.
  • As soon as the potatoes are tender, drain them in a colander. Place a food mill fitted with a small disk/blade over a heatproof bowl. Pass the potatoes through the food mill, turning the handle back and forth. As soon as the potatoes are mashed, stir in the hot milk mixture with a whisk or rubber spatula. Add enough buttermilk to make the potatoes creamy. Add 1 teaspoon of salt and the pepper, and serve hot. To keep the potatoes warm, place the bowl over a pan of simmering water for up to 30 minutes. You can add a little extra hot milk to keep them creamy.

FLUFFY MASHED POTATOES



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Broth lends a balanced, savory flavor to mashed potatoes, so you don't miss the butter or cream.

Provided by College Inn® Broths and Stocks

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     College Inn® Broths and Stocks

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 pounds gold potatoes
2 cups College Inn® Chicken Broth, warmed
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Salt and pepper, to taste
Gravy
Sour cream
Butter
Chopped chives

Steps:

  • Peel potatoes if desired. Cut into 2-inch pieces and place in a large sauce pan or Dutch oven. Cover with water and bring to a boil over high heat. Boil 15 to 20 minutes or until easily pierced with a fork. Drain well in a colander.
  • Return potatoes to pan; toss briefly over low heat to dry off extra moisture. Mash warm potatoes with a masher or hand-held electric mixer until chunky.
  • Gradually add warm broth while mashing until potatoes are desired consistency. Mix in parsley and season with salt and pepper, if desired. Cover pan and heat over very low heat to keep warm up to about 30 minutes before serving. Serve with gravy, sour cream, butter or chives, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 201.9 calories, Carbohydrate 41.1 g, Cholesterol 4.6 mg, Fat 2.4 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 289.6 mg

BUTTERMILK MASHED POTATOES



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My sister-in-law, who is a dietitian, shared these buttermilk mashed potatoes with me. The garlic and buttermilk in these smooth mashed potatoes that are better for you than typical versions that include lots of butter. -Stephanie Bremson of Kansas City, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
2 cups water
1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
6 garlic cloves, peeled
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the potatoes, water, broth and garlic. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender. , Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat buttermilk until warm. Drain potatoes and garlic; mash with buttermilk. Stir in the onions, salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 575mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • For the creamiest mashed potatoes, use a russet potato. They have a high starch content, which will help the potatoes become fluffy and smooth.
  • Don't overcook the potatoes. They should be tender but still hold their shape.
  • Drain the potatoes well before mashing them. This will help prevent them from becoming watery.
  • Use a potato ricer or food mill to get the smoothest mashed potatoes. If you don't have one of these tools, you can mash the potatoes with a fork or potato masher, but be careful not to overmash them.
  • Add butter, milk, and cream cheese to the mashed potatoes while they're still hot. This will help them absorb the flavors and become extra creamy.
  • Season the mashed potatoes to taste with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • Serve the mashed potatoes immediately, or keep them warm in a slow cooker until you're ready to serve them.

Conclusion:

Buttermilk mashed potatoes are a delicious and easy side dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. They're also a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make creamy, fluffy buttermilk mashed potatoes that your whole family will love.

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