Mashed potato

Indulge in creamy, light mashed potatoes made with just 5 simple ingredients: potatoes, 1% milk, butter, and a touch of light sour cream. Perfect for any meal, this easy-to-follow recipe guarantees smooth, fluffy results every time.

  • 31 Mar 2025
  • Cook time 15 min
  • Prep time 10 min
  • 4 Servings
  • 4 Ingredients

Mashed potato

Mashed potatoes are a classic, comforting side dish that pairs well with a variety of main courses. This recipe provides a simple, yet delicious way to make creamy and fluffy mashed potatoes using just a few ingredients: potatoes, milk, butter, and light sour cream. Let's dive into the steps to create this timeless favorite.

Ingredients:

5 potatoes
1000g
1/2 cup milk (1% fat)
120g
1/4 cup butter
54g
1 tbsp light sour cream
16g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Potatoes:
- Peel the potatoes and cut them into evenly-sized chunks. This ensures they cook evenly.
2. Cook the Potatoes:
- Place the potato chunks in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add a generous pinch of salt to the water.
- Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook the potatoes until they are very tender when pierced with a fork, about 15-20 minutes.
3. Heat the Milk and Butter:
- While the potatoes are cooking, heat the milk and butter together in a small saucepan over low heat or in the microwave in a microwave-safe bowl until the butter is melted and the mixture is warm. Do not let it boil. Set aside.
4. Drain and Mash:
- Drain the cooked potatoes well in a colander and return them to the hot pot. Allow excess moisture to evaporate for a minute or two.
- Using a potato masher or a ricer, mash the potatoes until smooth.
5. Mix in Dairy:
- Gradually add the warm milk-butter mixture to the mashed potatoes, stirring gently until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Stir in the light sour cream. Mix well until everything is blended and the texture is creamy.
6. Season:
- Season the mashed potatoes with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well.
7. Serve:
- Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish. Serve hot, garnished with additional butter, chives, or parsley if desired.

Tips:

- Choose starchy potatoes, such as Russets, for the fluffiest mashed potatoes.

- Cut the potatoes into evenly sized pieces to ensure they cook uniformly.

- Start boiling the potatoes in cold water to prevent the outside from overcooking while the inside remains undercooked.

- Warm the milk and melt the butter before adding them to the potatoes for a smoother consistency.

- Mash the potatoes by hand using a potato masher or ricer to avoid overworking them and making them gluey.

- Season the mashed potatoes with salt and pepper to taste. You can also add other seasonings like garlic powder or chives for extra flavor.

With these tips and steps, you'll be able to make perfect mashed potatoes that are creamy, fluffy, and full of flavor. Whether you're serving them for a family dinner or a holiday feast, this mashed potato recipe is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size300 grams
Energy
Calories 310kcal16%
Protein
Protein 6g4%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 45g13%
Fiber 5g14%
Sugar 3.63g4%
Fat
Fat 12g14%
Saturated 7g23%
Cholesterol 36mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 120ug14%
Choline 40mg7%
Vitamin B1 0.22mg18%
Vitamin B2 0.13mg10%
Vitamin B3 2.69mg17%
Vitamin B6 0.76mg45%
Vitamin B9 40ug10%
Vitamin B12 0.20ug8%
Vitamin C 50mg55%
Vitamin E 0.04mg0%
Vitamin K 6ug5%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 72mg6%
Copper, Cu 0.28mg31%
Iron, Fe 2.04mg19%
Magnesium, Mg 60mg15%
Phosphorus, P 180mg14%
Potassium, K 1120mg33%
Selenium, Se 1.75ug3%
Sodium, Na 30mg2%
Zinc, Zn 0.91mg8%
Water
Water 230g-
* 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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