Mashed Potatoes

Name: Mashed Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Holiday & Seasonal
Ingredients: 3 lb Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks; 1 tbsp salt, for boiling water; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces; 3/4 cup warm heavy cream; 1/4 cup warm whole milk; 2 cloves garlic, minced (optional); to taste Salt and white pepper, to taste; 2 tbsp chives, chopped, for garnish

Rich, ultra-creamy mashed potatoes made with plenty of butter and warm cream are the backbone of any holiday plate. Starting the potatoes in cold water and mashing while hot is the key to a smooth, lump-free finish every time.

By YumYum Editorial · Holiday & Seasonal

Prep: 15 min · Cook: 25 min · Total: 40 min · Serves 8

Ingredients

3 lb Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks
1 tbsp salt, for boiling water
1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces
3/4 cup warm heavy cream
1/4 cup warm whole milk
2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
to taste Salt and white pepper, to taste
2 tbsp chives, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

Place the potato chunks in a large pot and cover with cold water by 2 inches. Add 1 tablespoon salt.
Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, until a fork slides in with no resistance.
Drain thoroughly in a colander and let steam off for 2 minutes to remove excess moisture.
Return the potatoes to the warm pot. Add the butter and mash with a potato masher or ricer until smooth.
If using, add minced garlic during the last few minutes of cooking with the potatoes, or sauté briefly in the butter before mashing.
Gradually stir in the warm cream and milk until the potatoes reach your desired creaminess — you may not need it all.
Season generously with salt and white pepper, tasting as you go.
Transfer to a serving bowl, top with a pat of butter and chopped chives, and serve immediately.