Best 6 Red White And Blue Mashed Potatoes Recipes

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Indulge in a patriotic culinary experience with our delectable Red, White, and Blue Mashed Potatoes! This visually stunning dish is a delightful combination of flavors, colors, and textures that will elevate your holiday celebrations or any special occasion. These mashed potatoes aren't just visually appealing; they're also incredibly delicious, with a fluffy texture and a blend of savory and slightly sweet flavors. Discover three variations of this dish: the classic Red, White, and Blue Mashed Potatoes, a creamy and colorful delight; the Red, White, and Blue Mashed Potatoes with Roasted Garlic, adding a savory and aromatic twist; and the Red, White, and Blue Mashed Potatoes with Bacon and Chives, a combination that brings smokiness and a delightful crunch. Get ready to impress your guests and taste buds with these stunning and flavorful mashed potato recipes!

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BLUE POTATOES MASHED WITH ROASTED GARLIC



Blue Potatoes Mashed with Roasted Garlic image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 pounds blue potatoes
2 1/2 ounces roasted garlic
2 ounces sour cream
1/2 ounce butter
1 ounce Parmesan, grated
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Peel and cut the potatoes into cubes. Boil them in salted water for approximately 15 minutes or fork tender. Once potatoes have cooked, drain the water.
  • In a large bowl add the garlic, sour cream, butter, and Parmesan to the potatoes, and mash until desired consistency. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • To serve, add as a side to any dish.

BLUE CHEESE MASHED POTATOES



Blue Cheese Mashed Potatoes image

Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds Yukon golden potatoes, washed and quartered
Salt
4 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup heavy cream
4 ounces blue cheese, crumbled
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large stockpot and cover with cold water. Add salt and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce to medium and cook until fork tender. Drain well. Add back to the pot that they were cooked in.
  • Meanwhile, heat butter and cream until hot. Add the crumbled blue cheese and stir together. Add sauce to potatoes and mash until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

GARLIC RED BLISS MASH



Garlic Red Bliss Mash image

Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 pounds red bliss potatoes
4 cloves garlic
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons butter, room temperature
1/2 to 1 cup heavy cream, room temperature

Steps:

  • In a large pot, cover potatoes and garlic with water by 1 inch. Bring to a boil, add salt and simmer until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain well.
  • Put the potatoes and garlic back in the pot and cook over low heat to evaporate the rest of the water. Mash in the butter with a potato masher. Add the heavy cream in stages until the desired consistency reached. Season with salt and pepper.

MASHED RED POTATOES



Mashed Red Potatoes image

These chunky mashed potatoes are rich enough to stand on their own. But if you like, take them over the top by adding your choice of cheese, bacon and/orsour cream. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

4-1/2 pounds red potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces
6 tablespoons butter, cubed
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1 to 1-1/3 cups heavy whipping cream, warmed

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large saucepan or Dutch oven 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 the potatoes with butter, salt, pepper and enough cream to achieve desired consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 356mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

GARLIC MASHED RED POTATOES



Garlic Mashed Red Potatoes image

These creamy garlic mashed potatoes are so good, you can serve them plain-no butter or gravy is needed. This is one of our favorite red potato recipes. -Valerie Mitchell, Olathe, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 medium red potatoes, quartered
3 garlic cloves, peeled
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup fat-free milk, warmed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place potatoes and garlic in a large saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are very tender., Drain well. Add the butter, milk and salt; mash. Stir in cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 275mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SUZY'S MASHED RED POTATOES



Suzy's Mashed Red Potatoes image

These are the best I've had! Red potato skins are full of flavor!

Provided by B.T.

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Mashed Potato Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 pounds small red potatoes, quartered
½ cup butter
½ cup milk
¼ cup sour cream
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add potatoes, and cook until tender but still firm, about 10 minutes. Drain, and place in a large bowl.
  • Combine potatoes with butter, milk, sour cream, salt, and pepper. Mash together until smooth and creamy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213.6 calories, Carbohydrate 21.6 g, Cholesterol 34.9 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 95.9 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

Tips:

  • For the best results, use Yukon Gold or russet potatoes. These potatoes have a high starch content, which makes them creamy and smooth when mashed.
  • Peel and cut the potatoes into evenly sized pieces. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Boil the potatoes in salted water until they are tender. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
  • Mash the potatoes until they are smooth. You can use a potato masher, a ricer, or an electric mixer.
  • Add the butter, milk, sour cream, and seasonings to the potatoes and mix until well combined.
  • For the red and blue mashed potatoes, divide the mashed potatoes into two portions. Add red food coloring to one portion and blue food coloring to the other portion. Mix until the colors are well blended.
  • To create a festive presentation, pipe the red, white, and blue mashed potatoes into a star shape or other patriotic design.

Conclusion:

Red, white, and blue mashed potatoes are a delicious and festive side dish that is perfect for any patriotic holiday. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that will impress your family and friends.

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