Description
Thanksgiving Mashed Potatoes are the epitome of comfort food, delivering a luscious blend of creamy texture and buttery flavor with a hint of garlic. Perfectly fluffy and enriched with fresh herbs, these potatoes elevate any holiday meal. Easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious, they’re sure to become a cherished tradition at your family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh chives or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Peel and chop the Russet potatoes into 1-inch pieces.
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain thoroughly and allow to sit for a few minutes to dry.
- Add butter and heavy cream to the hot potatoes; mix until melted.
- Mash until creamy using a potato masher or ricer.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste; garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg