
Light And Fluffy Mashed Potatoes
Whip up these light and fluffy mashed potatoes for a heavenly side dish that'll have everyone asking for seconds. With a touch of cream cheese and a hint of garlic, this creamy delight is the perfect companion to any meal.
Instructions
- 1
Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add the salt. Bring to a boil over high heat and cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 20 minutes longer.
- 2
Drain the potatoes and press through a potato ricer into a large bowl. Set aside.
- 3
Heat the butter, cream, and milk in a small pot over low heat until simmering.
- 4
Pour the cream mixture over the potatoes and stir to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- 5
Garnish with chives, if desired.
- 6
Note: A potato ricer gives these potatoes a super fluffy texture, but you can use a hand masher if you don’t own one.
- 7
Enjoy!
Recipe from tasty.co
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Ingredients (8)
- •5 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks
- •Cold water
- •1 tablespoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
- •½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cubed
- •1 cup heavy cream
- •½ cup whole milk
- •Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- •1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives, for garnish