Dad's Famous Mashed Potatoes
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Dad's Famous Mashed Potatoes
Description
Dad's Famous Mashed Potatoes start with peeling and cubing russet or gold potatoes, washing away excess starch, then boiling them in salted water until fork-tender. After draining, milk, unsalted butter, and seasoning salt are added to enrich the potatoes before beating them with a hand mixer to develop a light, fluffy texture. This method allows the potatoes to absorb the dairy and seasonings thoroughly, creating a creamy mash with a gentle savory flavor from Lawry's seasoning salt and added salt and pepper to taste.
The texture is smooth and slightly peaked from whipping, offering a tender bite with buttery richness. The optional fresh chives provide a mild oniony garnish that enhances the visual appeal and adds a subtle fresh flavor depth.
These mashed potatoes serve well alongside roasted or grilled meats and can be adjusted to preference with additional milk for creaminess or more seasoning for depth. This straightforward recipe delivers a classic comfort side dish notable for its balance of simple ingredients and smooth, fluffy consistency.
Ingredients
- 6-8 russet potato or gold potatoes
- 1/4 cup milk 1% fat
- 1/2 cup butter unsalted
- 2 teaspoons seasoning salt lawry's
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- chives optional garnish, freshly chopped
Instructions
- To start, peel and cut 6-8 russet or gold potatoes into about 1/2-1 inch cubes. Place them into a large pot and wash the starch off until the water runs clear. Fill the pot with cold water to fully submerse the potatoes. Add a dash of salt.
- Boil the potatoes for about 15 minutes or until they are fork-tender. Drain the potatoes and add 1/4 cup 1% milk, 1/2 cup unsalted butter, and 2 teaspoons Lawry's seasoning salt .
- Using an electric hand mixer, beat the potatoes on high until they start to form peaks. If the potatoes still seem thick and need to be creamer, add additional milk. Also, add additional salt and pepper to taste. (You can also mash them with a potato masher.)
Notes
- Use either russet or gold potatoes for best texture and flavor.
- Peeling and cutting potatoes into uniform cubes ensures even cooking.
- Washing the potatoes before cooking removes excess starch for a creamier mash.
- Add milk gradually after mashing to reach your preferred creaminess.
- Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper to taste after mixing.
- Freshly chopped chives add a light garnish and mild onion flavor if desired.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1592 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 1592kcal | 80% |
| Carbohydrates | 162g | 54% |
| Protein | 36g | 72% |
| Fat | 95g | 146% |
| Saturated Fat | 60g | 300% |
| Cholesterol | 250mg | 83% |
| Sodium | 5615mg | 234% |
| Potassium | 5359mg | 114% |
| Fiber | 32g | 128% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 2935IU | 59% |
| Vitamin C | 145.7mg | 162% |
| Calcium | 480mg | 48% |
| Iron | 41.4mg | 230% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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