The BEST Mashed Potatoes!
Creamy homemade mashed potatoes are the perfect side dish for any meal!
Ingredients
- 3 lbs Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cubed (roughly the same size cubes)
- 1 stick of butter
- ½ cup whole milk
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp dry minced onion
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the peeled and diced potatoes in a large pot of salted boiling water until tender, about 15-20 mins
- While the potatoes are cooking, melt the butter in a small saucepan along with the milk, heavy cream, dry minced onion and garlic powder
- Once the potatoes are tender, drain and return them to the pot. Using a potato masher, mash them until you reach the desired consistency. Some people like some texture, while others like their mashed potatoes creamy and smooth
- Pour the melted butter mixture into the mashed potatoes and stir until completely smooth
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve with an extra pat of butter and freshly chopped parsley on top.
Nutrition
Calories: 296kcalCarbohydrates: 22.5gProtein: 3.8gFat: 17.5g