Best Ever Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Creamy, dreamy, unbelievably delicious mashed potatoes! This ultimate comfort food recipe is so easy, you'll want to make it every day. Get ready for the fluffiest, most flavorful mashed potatoes you've ever tasted. Perfect as a side dish for any meal.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 256.1 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 4.8 (16 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Best Ever Mashed Potatoes

  • Yukon Gold Potatoes
  • Sea Salt
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • Sour Cream

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How to Make Best Ever Mashed Potatoes

  1. Peel and quarter 2 pounds of russet potatoes.
  2. Place potatoes in a large stockpot and cover with cold water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil over high heat.
  3. Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until potatoes are easily pierced with a fork.
  4. Drain the potatoes thoroughly.
  5. Return the potatoes to the pot. Add 1/2 cup of warm milk, 1/4 cup of unsalted butter, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
  6. Mash with a potato masher or electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add more milk if needed to reach desired consistency.
  7. Serve immediately with your favorite gravy, butter, or chives. For a cheesy twist, stir in 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup of cooked, chopped broccoli.
  8. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

39g

Carbs

10g

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