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Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes

Fluffy as a cloud and with a rich buttery finish, these Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes will be the star of any weeknight dinner or holiday meal! 

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 6 1 cup each
Calories: 22018 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2.5 lbs. Russet potatoes $0.87
  • 1/2 tsp salt $0.02
  • 4 Tbsp butter $0.72
  • 1/2 cup whole milk $0.16
All-Purpose Garlic Herb Seasoning
  • 1 tsp dried parsley $0.10
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano $0.05
  • 1/2 tsp dried basil $0.05
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder $0.02
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder $0.02
  • 1/4 tsp salt $0.02
  • freshly cracked pepper $0.02

Instructions

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  1. Peel and cut the russet potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Place the cubed potatoes in a colander and rinse well with cool water.
  2. Place the rinsed potatoes in a pot and add enough water to cover the potatoes by one inch. Season the water with 1/2 tsp salt. Cover the pot and bring it to a boil over high heat. Boil the potatoes until they are VERY tender, about 7-10 minutes.
  3. Drain the cooked potatoes in a colander, then rinse briefly with hot water.
  4. Add the butter, milk, and garlic herb seasoning o the pot used to boil the potatoes. Stir and heat over low until the butter has melted and the milk is hot.
  5. Once the milk is hot, add the potatoes back to the pot, turn off the heat and mash with a potato masher. Once the potatoes are mostly mashed, use a hand mixer to briefly whip the potatoes until they are light and fluffy. Taste the potatoes and add salt to taste, if needed, then serve.

Notes

  • The amount of potatoes is slightly flexible. I just estimate half of a 5 lb. bag.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1Cup Calories 220.18kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 34.32g (11%) Protein 4.55g (9%) Fat 8g (12%) Sodium 405.58mg (17%) Fiber 2.77g (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 61 cup each

Amount Per Serving

Calories 22018

% Daily Value*

Serving 1Cup
Calories 220.18kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 34.32g 11%
Protein 4.55g 9%
Fat 8g 12%
Sodium 405.58mg 17%
Fiber 2.77g 11%

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