Description
This mashed potatoes recipe is the ultimate side dish, perfect for any meal. Made with simple ingredients like russet potatoes, butter, and milk, it delivers the creamiest texture. Whether for a weeknight or a holiday, this foolproof method ensures light, fluffy, and buttery mashed potatoes every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lbs russet potatoes (or Yukon Golds for a buttery flavor)
- 1 1/4 cups hot whole milk (for the creamiest texture)
- 16 tbsp unsalted butter (softened, not melted)
- 1 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- Fresh parsley or chives (optional garnish for a pop of color)
Instructions
- Peel and rinse the russet potatoes.
- If they’re large, cut them in half for even cooking.
- Place them in a large pot and cover with cold water.
- Bring to a boil and cook until fork-tender (about 20-25 minutes).
- Drain well to prevent watery mashed potatoes.
- Transfer hot potatoes to a mixing bowl or stand mixer.
- Lightly mash by hand before whipping.
- Using a whisk attachment, whip on low speed while slowly drizzling in hot milk.
- Increase speed to medium and gradually add softened butter, 1 tablespoon at a time.
- Finally, mix in salt to taste.
- Spoon the creamy mashed potatoes into a serving dish.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or chives.
- Serve warm with gravy or melted butter on top.
Notes
Pro Tip: Don’t overmix, or the potatoes may turn gummy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling & Whipping
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: mashed potatoes, creamy mashed potatoes, easy mashed potatoes, holiday side dish