Best 4 Fluffy Creamed Potatoes Recipes

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**Creamy Mashed Potatoes: A Culinary Symphony of Simplicity and Delight**

Indulge in the timeless classic of creamy mashed potatoes, a culinary masterpiece that has graced dinner tables for generations. This versatile dish, crafted with love and care, embodies the essence of comfort food. With just a handful of humble ingredients, transformed into a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Experience the ultimate mashed potato experience, embracing variations that range from the classic to the adventurous. Dive into the secrets of achieving the perfect creamy texture, exploring techniques that elevate this dish to new heights. From traditional butter and milk to decadent cream cheese and roasted garlic, each recipe promises a unique journey of culinary exploration. Whether you prefer a smooth and velvety puree or a rustic mash with delightful lumps, these recipes cater to every palate. Prepare to be captivated by the simplicity and brilliance of creamy mashed potatoes, a dish that will warm your heart and leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FLUFFY CREAMED POTATOES



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"WE ALWAYS had mashed potatoes with our roast beef, only we called them 'creamed' potatoes, a cloud-like delight crowned with golden-brown gravy from the roast! Any kind of potato will do...the secret to making them light and fluffy is in the whipping!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

3-1/2 to 4 pounds potatoes, peeled and quartered
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 ounce cream cheese, softened
1/3 to 2/3 cup evaporated milk or heavy whipping cream
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cook potatoes in boiling salted water until tender; drain. Add butter, cream cheese and 1/3 cup milk or cream. Beat on low speed or mash with potato masher, adding remaining milk or cream as needed to make potatoes light and fluffy. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 66mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

AMAZING WHIPPED POTATOES



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These potatoes are a perfect complement to ANY meal. I add a bit of room-temperature cream cheese and a tablespoon of sour cream without telling the family. They turn out perfect, fluffy, and very tasty.

Provided by AmyBoul

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Mashed Potato Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 6

5 pounds yellow potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubs
¼ cup butter at room temperature
¼ cup cream cheese at room temperature
½ cup warm milk, or more as needed
1 tablespoon sour cream
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Beat butter and cream cheese into the potatoes with an electric mixer until butter is nearly melted. Add milk and sour cream; beat until smooth. Season with salt and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.9 calories, Carbohydrate 40.4 g, Cholesterol 20.2 mg, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 69.2 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

FLUFFY MASHED POTATOES



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For the silkiest fluffy mashed potatoes, start with firm, cool Russet Burbank spuds, also known as baking potatoes. They're the easiest to mash without becoming pasty and are even tastier steamed instead of boiled. Boiling potatoes can leave them waterlogged, diluting their earthy subtle sweetness, but steaming them preserves their inherent flavor. As the potatoes soften, they absorb just the right amount of moisture. Seasoning the dish only at the very end heightens their intrinsic subtle sweetness. If you have a ricer, use it for an exceptionally smooth texture: Press the steamed potatoes through the ricer back into the pot, then gently fold in the butter and milk with a wooden spoon or flexible spatula.

Provided by Genevieve Ko

Categories     side dish

Time 40m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 pounds russet potatoes
1 cup whole milk, plus more as needed
1/2 cup cold salted butter, cut into pats
Salt
Freshly ground white or black pepper
1/4 cup heavy cream, plus more as needed (optional)

Steps:

  • Prepare a steamer: Arrange an insert or basket (or a large colander, if you have neither) in a large pot, and add enough water to come just below the base of the steamer. Bring water to a boil over medium-high heat.
  • Rinse potatoes well, then peel. Rinse again, then cut into 1-inch chunks. Spread evenly in the steamer, cover, reduce heat to medium and steam until the potatoes are very tender, 20 to 25 minutes. A fork should slide easily into a piece and break it without effort. Turn off the stove, carefully remove the steamer insert and drain the water from the pot. Pour the potatoes back into the pot and spread evenly.
  • Let the potatoes stand until their surfaces are dry, about 3 minutes. Meanwhile, heat the milk in a small saucepan over medium-high until steaming, then keep warm over low. Set the potatoes over low heat and mash thoroughly with a dinner fork. Add about one-quarter of the milk and mash until the milk is incorporated.
  • Scatter the butter evenly over the potatoes and mash in until all traces of butter disappear. Add half of the remaining milk and mash to incorporate, then add the rest of the milk and gently whip until smooth, circling the fork as if beating eggs. If you don't want your mashed potatoes so thick, beat in more milk. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, taste, and season more if you'd like.
  • Serve immediately, keep warm over low heat for up to 1 hour, or transfer to airtight containers and refrigerate for up to 2 days. Mashed potatoes thicken as they cool, so they need cream to regain the right consistency. If kept warm, gently mash in heavy cream until smooth and loose again, adding more if you'd like. If cold, heat the cream in a large pot until steaming, then add the potatoes. Gently mash and whip, adding more cream as needed, until heated through and fluffy. Season to taste again before serving.

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

Tips:

  • To achieve the creamiest potatoes, use a russet potato; it has a high starch content that will break down and create a smooth, velvety texture when mashed.
  • For a richer flavor, use a combination of butter and milk or cream. The butter will add a nutty flavor, while the milk or cream will make the potatoes more creamy and smooth.
  • Season the potatoes generously with salt and pepper. You can also add other spices, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika, to taste.
  • Be careful not to overcook the potatoes. They should be tender but still hold their shape. Overcooked potatoes will become mushy and lose their flavor.
  • If you want to make the potatoes ahead of time, mash them and then spread them in a baking dish. Cover the dish and refrigerate for up to 3 days. When ready to serve, reheat the potatoes in a 350°F oven until warmed through.

Conclusion:

Fluffy creamed potatoes are a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste preferences. Whether you like them simple or loaded with toppings, these potatoes are sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

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