Mashed Potatoes
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Mashed Potatoes
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Mashed Potatoes combine peeled Idaho potatoes cooked until tender with butter, cream cheese, and milk, resulting in a creamy and smooth texture. Seasoned with salt and black pepper, this dish offers a comforting side with a balance of richness from the dairy and a soft, fluffy mouthfeel. This simple mixture creates a classic mashed potato suitable for accompanying savory mains.
Description
To make Mashed Potatoes, potatoes are peeled, cut into uniform pieces, and boiled in salted water until fork tender. After draining, they are returned to the hot pot and mashed together with salted butter, cream cheese, and whole milk. The cream cheese adds softness and a tangy note, enhancing traditional mashed potatoes. Salt and pepper are adjusted for flavor balance.
The mashing technique and inclusion of dairy create a moist, creamy consistency that holds well for serving warm. This side pairs naturally with gravies or roasted meats, adding richness and a mellow potato taste to the meal.
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds potato Idaho variety
- 3 tablespoons butter salted
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup milk whole
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Peel potatoes and rinse them. Cut into even-sized pieces and place them into a large pot.
- Cover with water and add a dash of salt. Bring to boil, then reduce to simmer. Cook until fork-tender, about 20 minutes. Drain completely and place potatoes back into the hot pot.
- Mash potatoes with butter, cream cheese, milk, salt and pepper until desired consistency has been reached. Serve warm with gravy.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
196kcal
(10%)
Carbohydrates
29g
(10%)
Protein
4g
(8%)
Fat
7g
(11%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Cholesterol
19mg
(6%)
Sodium
77mg
(3%)
Potassium
684mg
(15%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
250IU
(5%)
Vitamin C
8.6mg
(10%)
Calcium
67mg
(7%)
Iron
1.3mg
(7%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 196 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 196kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 19mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 77mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 684mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 250IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 8.6mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 67mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1.3mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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