Creamy Mashed Potatoes
These creamy mashed potatoes are soft, fluffy, and buttery. They’re an easy side dish for weeknight dinners, Sunday roasts, and holidays.
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 8 to 10 russet potatoes peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 4 to 6 ounces cream cheese room temperature
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ¾ teaspoon salt plus more for boiling the potatoes
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
- chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the potatoes. Add the cubed potatoes to a large pot, fill with enough water to cover them, and add ½ tablespoon of salt. Set the potatoes over high heat and bring the water to a boil; lower the heat to a steady simmer and cover the pot. Cook for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are soft and tender. Remove from heat and drain in a colander.
- Combine the ingredients. Put the potatoes back in the pot and add 4 ounces cream cheese, sour cream, and butter. Using a potato masher, mash the potatoes until creamy. For creamier mashed potatoes, add the remaining cream cheese.
- Season the mashed potatoes. Stir in the garlic powder, salt, and pepper; taste and adjust accordingly.
- Serve. Spoon the mashed potatoes into a serving bowl and garnish with parsley and a pat of butter before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 398kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 51mg | Sodium: 430mg | Potassium: 1272mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 612IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 99mg | Iron: 3mg
