Flavorful mashed potatoes

Create the perfect side dish with this Flavorful Mashed Potatoes recipe. Made with creamy potatoes, rich butter, and a hint of black pepper, it's a savory delight that's easy to whip up. Perfect for any meal!

  • 12 Mar 2025
  • Cook time 35 min
  • Prep time 15 min
  • 4 Servings
  • 5 Ingredients

Flavorful mashed potatoes

Mashed potatoes are a quintessential comfort food, beloved for their creamy texture and rich flavor. This recipe provides a simple yet delicious way to prepare flavorful mashed potatoes using a handful of basic ingredients. Perfect as a side dish for any meal, these mashed potatoes are sure to be a hit with family and friends.

Ingredients:

3 potatoes
1110g
1.50 tsp salt
9g
2/3 cup milk (2% fat)
160g
1/2 stick butter
54g
1/4 tsp black pepper
0.52g

Instructions:

1. Peel and Cut Potatoes:
- Start by thoroughly washing the potatoes.
- Peel the potatoes to remove the skin.
- Cut the potatoes into evenly sized chunks, about 1-2 inches thick.
2. Boil Potatoes:
- Place the potato chunks in a large pot.
- Fill the pot with water until the potatoes are fully submerged.
- Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water to enhance the flavor during boiling.
- Bring the water to a boil over high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium, and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
3. Heat Milk and Butter:
- While the potatoes are boiling, combine the milk and butter in a small saucepan.
- Heat them over low heat until the butter melts completely.
- Stir occasionally to ensure even melting.
- Remove from heat and set aside.
4. Drain and Mash Potatoes:
- Once the potatoes are tender, drain them thoroughly in a colander.
- Return the drained potatoes to the pot.
- Using a potato masher or a fork, begin to mash the potatoes until they reach your desired consistency. For smoother mashed potatoes, you can use a hand mixer or a potato ricer.
5. Mix in Milk and Butter:
- Gradually add the warm milk and melted butter mixture to the mashed potatoes.
- Continue mashing and stirring until the potatoes are creamy and well combined.
6. Season and Taste:
- Add the remaining ½ teaspoon of salt and the ¼ teaspoon of black pepper.
- Stir well to ensure the seasonings are evenly distributed.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
7. Serve:
- Transfer the flavorful mashed potatoes to a serving dish.
- Serve hot as a comforting side dish to your favorite main course.

Tips:

- Choose starchy potatoes like Russet or Yukon Gold for the creamiest mashed potatoes.

- Make sure to cut the potatoes into even pieces to ensure they cook uniformly.

- Taste the mashed potatoes before serving and adjust seasoning as needed to suit your preference.

- Warm the milk before adding it to the potatoes to keep the mashed potatoes hot and creamy.

- Use a potato masher or a ricer for a smoother texture, but if you prefer a chunkier consistency, a fork works well too.

By following this straightforward recipe, you'll be able to prepare delicious and flavorful mashed potatoes that can complement any main course. Whether for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this dish will always be a crowd-pleaser. Enjoy your homemade, comforting mashed potatoes!

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size330 grams
Energy
Calories 340kcal17%
Protein
Protein 7g5%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 50g14%
Fiber 6g15%
Sugar 4.35g4%
Fat
Fat 13g15%
Saturated 7g23%
Cholesterol 36mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 140ug16%
Choline 44mg8%
Vitamin B1 0.25mg21%
Vitamin B2 0.14mg11%
Vitamin B3 2.98mg19%
Vitamin B6 0.85mg50%
Vitamin B9 44ug11%
Vitamin B12 0.22ug9%
Vitamin C 55mg61%
Vitamin E 0.04mg0%
Vitamin K 7ug6%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 90mg7%
Copper, Cu 0.31mg34%
Iron, Fe 2.26mg21%
Magnesium, Mg 70mg16%
Phosphorus, P 200mg16%
Potassium, K 1250mg37%
Selenium, Se 1.85ug3%
Sodium, Na 900mg60%
Zinc, Zn 1.02mg9%
Water
Water 260g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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