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Easy Homemade Mashed Potato Recipe

The creamiest homemade mashed potatoes with over 40 delicious variations! What type of potato to use and how to prevent gluey potatoes.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 319 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2.5 pounds Russet potatoes , peeled and cut into 1 inch cubes
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream , half & half or whole milk
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper (white or black)
  • 1/2 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
  • Chives or scallions , for garnish

Instructions

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  1. Place the potatoes in a large saucepan or Dutch oven, cover with cold water and bring up to a low boil.
  2. After boiling, continue to cook for 10 minutes, or until the potatoes are easily pierced with a fork.
  3. Drain the potatoes in a colander and return to the cooking pot.
  4. Add the cream, butter, white pepper and fine sea salt.
  5. Using a potato masher or hand held electric blender, blend to desired consistency, being mindful to not overmix. Add the cream (or milk), 1 tablespoon at a time, if needed. DO NOT OVERMIX!
  6. Garnish with chives, scallions or additional butter.
  7. If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings.

Notes

  • Potatoes will vary greatly in size and water content, therefore it can be tricky to get exact amounts of the liquid needed in a recipe. Use this as a jumping off point and then add sparingly until the desired texture.

Nutrition Information

Calories 319kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 35g (12%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 19g (29%) Saturated Fat 12g (60%) Cholesterol 57mg (19%) Sodium 212mg (9%) Potassium 803mg (23%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 641IU (13%) Vitamin C 11mg (12%) Calcium 41mg (4%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 319

% Daily Value*

Calories 319kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 35g 12%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 19g 29%
Saturated Fat 12g 60%
Cholesterol 57mg 19%
Sodium 212mg 9%
Potassium 803mg 17%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 641IU 13%
Vitamin C 11mg 12%
Calcium 41mg 4%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.