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Top Mashed Potatoes Recipe: Shockingly Simple, Divinely Good

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  • Author: Casey Mitchell
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This mashed potatoes recipe will steal the show at any meal. It is creamy, flavorful, and easy to make.


Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and quartered
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
  2. Drain potatoes and return them to the pot.
  3. Add heavy cream, melted butter, sour cream, and garlic to the pot.
  4. Mash potatoes until smooth and creamy.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg or roasted garlic.
  • You can substitute milk or half-and-half for heavy cream, but the potatoes will not be as rich.
  • Mashed potatoes can be made ahead of time and reheated.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg