Perfect Mashed Potatoes
A guide to making creamy, fluffy, and flavorful mashed potatoes using a blend of Yukon Gold and Russet potatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold Potatoes
- 2 lbs Russet Potatoes
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fine sea salt (for boiling)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup whole milk
- 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- Additional fine sea salt to taste
- Optional toppings: fresh chives, green onions, freshly-cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Prep Your Potatoes: Cut the potatoes into even, roughly 1-inch chunks. Transfer them to a large stockpot.
- Boil to Perfection: Cover with cold water, add minced garlic and salt, and bring to a rolling boil. Cook for 10-12 minutes until tender. Drain.
- Melt Your Butter Mixture: In a saucepan, warm butter and milk until melted.
- Pan-Dry for Fluffiness: Return drained potatoes to the pot over low heat and shake pot for 1 minute.
- Mash Away: Mash the potatoes to desired consistency.
- Combine the Goodness: Fold in half of the melted butter mixture, then the remaining, and finally, the cream cheese.
- Taste & Season: Adjust salt as needed.
- Serve Warm & Enjoy: Garnish with optional toppings and serve warm.
Notes
Always use a blend of Yukon Gold and Russet potatoes for the best texture. Warm your dairy before adding to the mashed potatoes.
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