Best 20 Sour Cream Mashed Potatoes Recipes

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**Sour Cream Mashed Potatoes: A Creamy and Tangy Twist to the Classic Side Dish**

Mashed potatoes, a timeless culinary delight, are elevated to new heights with the addition of tangy sour cream. This creamy and flavorful variation adds a delightful dimension to the classic comfort food. Our collection of sour cream mashed potato recipes offers a diverse range of flavors and textures, ensuring that every palate will find its perfect match. From the classic sour cream mashed potatoes, a harmonious blend of mashed potatoes, sour cream, butter, and seasonings, to the garlic and herb sour cream mashed potatoes, infused with aromatic herbs and a hint of garlic, our recipes cater to various preferences. For those seeking a cheesy delight, the sour cream and cheddar mashed potatoes combine the tanginess of sour cream with the sharp and nutty flavor of cheddar cheese. And for a touch of smoky bacon, the sour cream and bacon mashed potatoes offer a delightful combination of creamy potatoes, crispy bacon, and tangy sour cream.

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SOUR CREAM AND CHIVE MASHED POTATOES



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Velvety mashed potatoes made with sour cream and chives! Scallions also work well if you do not have chives on hand.

Provided by Lauren

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Mashed Potato Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and quartered
½ cup milk
½ cup sour cream
¼ cup chopped fresh chives
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large pot with enough water to come up 2 inches from the bottom. Bring to a boil, and cook for 20 to 25 minutes, until fork tender. Drain, and mash. Mix in the milk using a potato masher or an electric mixer until fluffy. Stir in the sour cream and chives, and season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128.5 calories, Carbohydrate 21.8 g, Cholesterol 7.5 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 20.7 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

MASHED POTATOES WITH SOUR CREAM AND GARLIC



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Love your mashers full of dairy? So do we! Which is why we can't get enough of these mashed potatoes with sour cream and garlic. Sour cream and milk work together to create the creamiest, fluffiest taters you've ever tasted, and the addition of savory garlic brings another flavor dimension to the table that seriously makes these spuds irresistible. Plus, you'd never guess that this recipe was lightened up from a classic dish. So, looks like you can really have your mashed potatoes and eat them too!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 medium russet or Yukon gold potatoes (about 3 lb), peeled, cut into quarters
4 large cloves garlic, peeled
1/3 cup fat-free (skim) milk, heated
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream

Steps:

  • In 3-quart saucepan, place potatoes and garlic; add enough water (salted if desired) to cover. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover loosely and boil gently 15 to 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Drain; shake pan with potatoes over low heat to dry.
  • Mash potatoes and garlic until no lumps remain. Add milk in small amounts, beating after each addition (amount of milk needed to make potatoes smooth and fluffy depends on type of potato used).
  • Add remaining ingredients. Mash vigorously until potatoes are light and fluffy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 310 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

HORSERADISH AND SOUR CREAM MASHED POTATOES



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 pounds golden creamer potatoes
2 bay leaves
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups sour cream
1 stick unsalted butter
3 tablespoons horseradish, or 1 cup coarsely grated fresh horseradish
2 tablespoons cooking water
Chopped fresh chives, for garnish

Steps:

  • Put the potatoes into a large pot, add the bay leaves, 2 tablespoons salt, and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes. Remove the bay leaves and drain the water from the potatoes, reserving 2 tablespoons cooking water. Smash potatoes in a large mixing bowl. Add the sour cream, butter, horseradish and season well with salt and pepper. Garnish with chopped fresh chives.

SOUR CREAM MASHED POTATOES



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Forget heavy cream, cheese, or any other of those traditional mashed potato enhancers. Sour cream adds tang, body, and a rich creaminess that cannot be matched.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Yield Makes 9 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 1/2 pounds russet potatoes (about 7 medium), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
3/4 cup whole milk
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
1 cup sour cream
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a large pot, bring potatoes to a boil in salted water over high. Reduce to a rapid simmer and cook until potatoes are tender when pierced with a knife, about 15 minutes. Drain and return to pot. Mash until potatoes are fluffy and almost smooth.
  • In a small saucepan, heat milk and butter over medium-low until butter is melted and mixture is warm. Pour into potatoes and stir to combine. Stir in sour cream and season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326 g, Fat 12 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 8 g

SOUR CREAM MASHED POTATOES



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Boiled potatoes were transformed into the perfect pot of mashed potatoes with just a little seasoning and lots of sour cream. -Caroline Sperry, Allentown, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds red potatoes, quartered
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until tender. , Drain and transfer to a large bowl. Add the remaining ingredients; mash until blended.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229 calories, Fat 8g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 508mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CREAMY SOUR CREAM MASHED POTATOES



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"These nicely seasoned potatoes are so fresh-tasting and creamy that there's no need for extra butter or gravy," writes Natalie Warf of Spring Lake, North Carolina. "I freeze them in individual and family servings for added convenience."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
5 tablespoons butter, divided
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed
1 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons onion salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain. , Mash potatoes with 3 tablespoons of butter. Stir in the cream cheese, sour cream, onion salt, garlic powder and pepper until smooth., Spoon into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Melt remaining butter; drizzle over the top. Cover and freeze for up to 1 month. Or bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until heated through. , To use frozen potatoes: Thaw in the refrigerator. Bake as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 360mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

SOUR CREAM REFRIGERATOR MASHED POTATOES



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This is an easy make-ahead mashed potato recipe. Enriched with sour cream and cream cheese, these stay creamy and moist. Just heat in oven when you're ready for some delicious mashed potatoes! Feel free to vary the amount of paprika you want to sprinkle on top.

Provided by KNITMAMA

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Mashed Potato Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
6 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon freeze-dried chives
salt and pepper to taste
⅛ teaspoon paprika
¼ cup butter

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and generously salt water. Simmer until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes. Drain well. Mash potatoes together with cream cheese, sour cream, chives, salt, and pepper. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth. Place in a storage container with the lid off and chill in refrigerator. When potatoes are cold, cover tightly with a lid.
  • When ready to reheat potatoes, preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a baking dish and spoon desired amount of potatoes into dish. Sprinkle with paprika and dot with butter. Bake for 30 minutes, or until heated through. Use within 10 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270.9 calories, Carbohydrate 35.3 g, Cholesterol 34.2 mg, Fat 13 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 489.7 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

SOUR CREAM AND CREAM CHEESE MASHED POTATOES



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Make and share this Sour Cream and Cream Cheese Mashed Potatoes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by keaasen

Categories     Potato

Time 1h

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 1/2 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sour cream
1 1/4 teaspoons dried chives
1 dash salt and pepper
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1 1/2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and generously salt water.
  • Simmer until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Drain well. Mash potatoes together with cream cheese, sour cream, chives, salt and pepper. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth.
  • Place in a storage container with the lid off and chill in refrigerator. When potatoes are cold, cover tightly with lid.
  • When read to reheat potatoes, preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Grease a baking dish and spoon desired amount of potatoes into a dish. Sprinkle with paprika and dot with butter.
  • Bake for 30 minutes or until heated through.
  • Use within 10 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.3, Fat 13.4, SaturatedFat 8.3, Cholesterol 34.9, Sodium 89.6, Carbohydrate 33.1, Fiber 4, Sugar 1.5, Protein 5.5

SOUR CREAM AND CHIVE MASHED POTATOES



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Provided by Kelsey Nixon

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, peeled, quartered and cut into 1-inch chunks
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup half-and-half
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup chopped fresh chives, plus more for garnish
Kosher salt and cracked black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cover the potatoes with 1 inch of cold water in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are fork tender, about 20 minutes. In a small pot over low heat combine half-and-half and butter. Heat until hot but not simmering.
  • Drain the potatoes in a colander, tossing to remove any excess water. Wipe the saucepan dry. Add the potatoes back to the saucepan and mash to a uniform consistency (or process through a food mill back into the dry pot). Give it a quick mix with a hand mixer to incorporate some air and ensure a smooth texture. Do not overmix or potatoes will become gummy.
  • Using a flexible rubber spatula, fold in the melted butter and half-and-half mixture until just incorporated. Fold in sour cream and 1/4 cup chives and season with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer to serving bowl and garnish with chopped chives.

SOUR CREAM AND DILL MASHED POTATOES



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The recipe for Dilly Mashed Potatoes comes for Theresa Evans of Spencerport, New York. "My grandmother has made these for me every time I've visited her for the past 24 years since she knows I love dill," notes Theresa. "They're terrific anytime."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds potatoes, peeled and diced
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1/3 cup milk
1/4 cup sour cream
1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon dill weed
1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook potatoes in boiling water until tender; drain. Mash with remaining ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 calories, Fat 9g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 375mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

DILL-SOUR CREAM MASHED POTATOES



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My very picky traditionalist husband not only loved this recipe, but now insists I make it all the time instead of the old-fashioned recipe. I think it came from Southern Living magazine.

Provided by evewitch

Categories     Potato

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons milk
3 tablespoons butter
4 medium baking potatoes, peeled & cut into eighths (about 1 1/2 lb.)
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup sour cream
1/2 teaspoon dried dill

Steps:

  • Place milk& butter in a medium bowl.
  • Cook potatoes in boiling water to cover, 15 minutes or until tender; drain.
  • Mash with milk& butter in the bowl.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients.
  • Serve immediately.

MAKE-AHEAD SOUR CREAM AND CHIVE MASHED POTATOES



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Chive-and-onion cream cheese and sour cream give a baked potato flavor to mashed "spuds."

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 9h30m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 lb small red potatoes
1 container (8 oz) chive-and-onion cream cheese spread
1 container (12 oz) chive-and-onion sour cream
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
1/2 cup French-fried onions (from 2.8-oz can)

Steps:

  • Spray 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray; set aside. In 4-quart Dutch oven, place potatoes; add enough water just to cover potatoes. Cover and heat to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer covered 20 to 25 minutes or until potatoes are tender; drain. Shake potatoes in Dutch oven over low heat to dry.
  • Mash potatoes until no lumps remain. Add cream cheese, sour cream, salt and pepper; mix until well blended. Spoon into pan. Cover tightly with foil and refrigerate at least 8 hours but no longer than 24 hours. (To bake immediately, drizzle with butter and bake 30 minutes, adding onions for last 15 minutes of baking.)
  • Heat oven to 350°F. Drizzle butter over potatoes. Cover and bake 30 minutes. Sprinkle onions over potatoes. Bake uncovered 15 to 20 minutes longer or until potatoes are hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 500 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 1/2 g

SOUR CREAM MASHED POTATOES WITH ROASTED GARLIC, DIJON MUSTARD AND BACON



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds whole russet or Yukon gold potatoes
Kosher salt
1 stick softened butter or 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 cups sour cream
Freshly ground pepper
4 heads garlic
2 tablespoons dijon mustard
1/2 pound bacon, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Put the potatoes in a saucepan; cover with cold water and add 2 tablespoons kosher salt. Bring to a simmer over medium-low to medium heat and cook, uncovered, until tender, about 45 minutes. Drain the potatoes and let sit until just cool enough to handle, then peel and transfer to a bowl.
  • Add the butter to the potatoes. Add the sour cream, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, and pepper to taste; mash with a potato masher or fork.
  • Halve the garlic heads crosswise, put them on a sheet of foil and drizzle with olive oil; wrap and roast at 350 degrees F, 1 hour. Squeeze out the cloves; mash and stir into the potatoes. Fold in the mustard. Spoon the mashed potatoes into a serving dish and sprinkle with the bacon.

SOUR CREAM & CHIVES MASHED POTATOES



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This recipe is a family favorite that always stirs up good memories and moments. It's requested for Thanksgiving, Christmas, birthday parties, potlucks and other gatherings. It's simple to make and delicious to eat. If I make it early in the day I finish this dish for about 20 minutes in the oven, but you can use the stovetop to free up oven space for the turkey. -Linda Williams, Florence, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings (0.75 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 pounds red potatoes (about 20 medium), peeled and quartered
1 carton (8 ounces) spreadable chive and onion cream cheese
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup butter, softened
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a 6-qt. stockpot; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 25-30 minutes. Drain., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sour cream until blended. Add potatoes; beat until light and fluffy. Beat in butter, salt and pepper. Sprinkle with cheese. Let stand, covered, until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts :

SOUR CREAM MASHED POTATOES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 5-8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 1/2 pounds baking potatoes, peeled and quartered
1 1/2 tablespoons salt
1 cup sour cream
8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Cracked Black Pepper garnish, recipe follows
2 tablespoons cracked black pepper
1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a bowl and wash under cold, running water until water runs clear. Place in a medium saucepan with salt. Add enough water to generously cover. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cook, uncovered, until soft, about 15 minutes. While potatoes are still warm, mash with a fork, in a food mill, or gently in a food processor.
  • In a medium saucepan, warm sour cream and butter. Fold warm sour cream mixture into potatoes, add salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately. Garnish with cracked pepper.
  • In a small bowl stir all the ingredients together. Spoon over vegetables or drizzle lightly over dressed salads as a garnish.

MASHED POTATOES WITH LEEKS AND SOUR CREAM



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Categories     Potato     Side     Sauté     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Leek     Sour Cream     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 tablespoons butter
4 large leeks (white and pale green parts only), quartered lengthwise, thinly sliced crosswise
1 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 1/4 cups water
1/4 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Melt butter in heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add leeks; sauté until just beginning to color, about 15 minutes. Add potatoes and water. Season with salt. Increase heat to high; bring to boil. Cover; boil until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes. Uncover; boil until almost all liquid evaporates, about 5 minutes.
  • Mash potatoes coarsely; mix in sour cream. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Cover; let stand at room temperature. Rewarm over low heat, stirring.) Transfer to large bowl.

SOUR CREAM MASHED RED POTATOES



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One of the great things about these creamy, mashed potatoes is that they are even better if you make them a day ahead and and bake them the next day! I like to use the garlic and chive or vegetable garden cream cheese for these.

Provided by FloridaGrl

Categories     Potato

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

10 medium red potatoes, peeled and quartered
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream (8 oz)
1/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter, divided
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1 1/4 teaspoons garlic salt (you can use regular salt if you prefer, but you might want to add less)
1/4 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat;cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain.
  • In a large mixing bowl,mash the potatoes. Add the cream cheese,sour cream, milk, 1 tblspn of the butter, parsley flakes and garlic salt;beat until smooth.
  • Spoon into a greased 2 qt baking dish. Dot with remaining butter;sprinkle with paprika. Bake, uncovered, at 350 for 30-40 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510.9, Fat 25.9, SaturatedFat 16.1, Cholesterol 70, Sodium 186.8, Carbohydrate 59.7, Fiber 6.1, Sugar 3.7, Protein 11.2

SOUR CREAM & SCALLION MASHED POTATOES



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Make and share this Sour Cream & Scallion Mashed Potatoes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kozmic Blues

Categories     Potato

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

5 lbs potatoes, peeled and boiled until tender
8 ounces low-fat sour cream
4 -5 scallions, chopped
3/4 cup milk (or to taste)
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • After potatoes are boiled until tender, mash with milk and sour cream.
  • Add chopped scallions, and salt and pepper to taste.
  • It's nice if you can prepare these a bit in advance, and let them sit in order for the scalions to impart their flavor a bit.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 365.5, Fat 6, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 19.1, Sodium 54.9, Carbohydrate 69.9, Fiber 8.6, Sugar 3.2, Protein 9.9

MASHED POTATOES WITH LEEKS AND SOUR CREAM



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield approximately 12 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 baking potatoes
4 large leeks
2 tablespoons unsalted butter plus 1/2 cup
2 cups chicken broth
Salt and white pepper
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup whole milk

Steps:

  • Peel potatoes and quarter them. Put in a pot of cold water with some salt and bring to a boil. Turn down to a simmer and cook until tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Clean and chop leeks. Melt the 2 tablespoons butter in a large saute pan. Add leeks and sweat until they are soft and translucent. Add chicken broth and a little salt and white pepper and simmer for 3 to 4 minutes. Puree all in blender and put aside.
  • Mash the potatoes with a masher. Add leeks, sour cream, 1/2 cup butter, and milk. Whip with an electric hand mixer. Do not over beat. Season, to taste, with salt and white pepper. Can be reheated in microwave before serving.
  • Note: A viewer, who may not be a professional cook, provided this recipe. The FN chefs have not tested this recipe and therefore, we cannot make representation as to the results.

SOUR CREAM MASHED POTATOES WITH BACON AND CHIVES



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Mash these spuds with sour cream for extra richness, then stir in bacon and fresh chives for extra flavor.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds Idaho or Yukon gold potatoes, unpeeled
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups sour cream
1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter
1/2 cup finely chopped cooked bacon
1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh chives

Steps:

  • Put the potatoes in a medium pot, cover with cold water and add 2 tablespoons salt. Bring just to a simmer and cook the potatoes, uncovered, until tender, about 45 minutes. Drain.
  • Peel the potatoes and return them to the pot (if desired, pass them through a ricer or food mill after peeling). Mash the potatoes with the sour cream and butter using a fork or potato masher. Stir in the bacon, chives, 2 teaspoons salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.
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Tips:

  • For the best mashed potatoes, use Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes. These varieties are known for their smooth texture and creamy flavor.
  • 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. The potatoes should be easily pierced with a fork.
  • Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the butter, sour cream, milk, salt, and pepper. Mash the potatoes until they are smooth and creamy.
  • If you want a lighter mashed potato, use less butter and milk. For a richer mashed potato, use more butter and milk.
  • Top the mashed potatoes with your favorite toppings, such as gravy, cheese, or chives.

Conclusion:

Sour cream mashed potatoes are a classic side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With the tips provided in this article, you can make the best sour cream mashed potatoes that your family and friends will love.

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