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Mashed Red Potatoes

On the table in only 30 minutes, our favorite mashed red potatoes are a quick and flavorful side dish that will elevate any meal.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 65 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 8 medium red potatoes, quartered
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic 
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • ¾ - 1 cup half and half, warmed
  • 1 - 2 teaspoons garlic salt (with parsley flakes)
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
  • fresh parsley, (optional)

Instructions

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  1. Place potatoes and garlic in a large pot and cover with water.
  2. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes (or until potatoes are tender).
  3. Drain potatoes and place them back in a pot.
  4. Add butter, half and half, garlic salt, and pepper. Use a potato masher to mash potatoes until desired consistency and combine ingredients until they are the preferred consistency.
  5. Stir in cheese and top with fresh parsley. ENJOY!

Notes

  • Storage. You can make them 24 hours ahead and store them covered in the fridge—heat before serving. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days. When reheating, reheat slowly and add just a splash of milk to prevent them from drying out.
  • Storage. You can make them 24 hours ahead and store them covered in the fridge—heat before serving. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days. When reheating, reheat slowly and add just a splash of milk to prevent them from drying out.
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Nutrition Information

Calories 65kcal (3%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 15mg (5%) Sodium 497mg (21%) Potassium 32mg (1%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 185IU (4%) Vitamin C 0.3mg (0%) Calcium 74mg (7%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 65

% Daily Value*

Calories 65kcal 3%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 15mg 5%
Sodium 497mg 21%
Potassium 32mg 1%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 185IU 4%
Vitamin C 0.3mg 0%
Calcium 74mg 7%

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