Browned Butter Mashed Potatoes

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
8%
Browned Butter Mashed Potatoes
50 min.
8
352kcal

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When it comes to comfort food, few dishes can hold a candle to creamy mashed potatoes—especially when they're infused with the rich, nutty flavor of browned butter. Our Browned Butter Mashed Potatoes take this classic side dish to new heights, making them an irresistible addition to your dining table. Perfect for vegetarian and gluten-free diets, these mashed potatoes are not only delicious, but they also bring a delightful twist to your everyday meals.

Imagine buttery Yukon gold potatoes, expertly boiled until tender and then infused with a combination of browned butter, buttermilk, and milk—creating a velvety texture that melts in your mouth. The simplicity of this recipe allows the natural flavors of the ingredients to shine, enhanced by aromatic herbs like fresh parsley, rosemary, and thyme to elevate the dish further.

Whether you're serving them alongside a holiday feast, a family dinner, or simply as a hearty side for a weeknight meal, these mashed potatoes promise to satisfy and impress. With just 50 minutes of preparation time, you can create a symphony of flavors that will leave your guests asking for seconds. Indulge in the comforting goodness of Browned Butter Mashed Potatoes and let them bring warmth and joy to your table!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup butter 
  • 0.8 cup buttermilk 
  • 0.5 cup milk 
  • servings parsley fresh
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • tablespoon salt divided
  • pounds yukon gold potatoes peeled cut into 2-inch pieces

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • potato masher
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Cook butter in a 2-qt. heavy saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly, 6 to 8 minutes or just until butter begins to turn golden brown. Immediately remove pan from heat, and pour butter into a small bowl. (Butter will continue to darken if left in saucepan.)
  2. Remove and reserve 1 to 2 Tbsp. browned butter.
  3. Bring potatoes, 2 tsp. salt, and water to cover to a boil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat; boil 20 minutes or until tender.
  4. Drain. Reduce heat to low. Return potatoes to Dutch oven, and cook, stirring occasionally, 3 to 5 minutes or until potatoes are dry.
  5. Mash potatoes with a potato masher to desired consistency. Stir in remaining browned butter, buttermilk, milk, pepper, and remaining 1 tsp. salt, stirring just until blended.
  6. Transfer to a serving dish.
  7. Drizzle with reserved 1 to 2 Tbsp. browned butter.
  8. Garnish, if desired.
  9. Note: To make ahead, prepare recipe as directed through Step
  10. Place in a lightly greased 2 1/2-qt. ovenproof serving dish; cover and chill up to 2 days.
  11. Let stand at room temperature 30 minutes.
  12. Bake, uncovered, at 350 for 35 to 40 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
  13. Drizzle with reserved brown butter, and garnish, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories352kcal
Protein6.79%
Fat46.83%
Carbs46.38%

Properties

Glycemic Index
33.34
Glycemic Load
29.67
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
16.88173887004%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
8.62mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
1.87mg
Myricetin
0.59mg
Quercetin
1.6mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:351.92kcal
17.6%
Fat:18.73g
28.81%
Saturated Fat:11.71g
73.22%
Carbohydrates:41.74g
13.91%
Net Carbohydrates:36.6g
13.31%
Sugar:3.65g
4.05%
Cholesterol:50.06mg
16.69%
Sodium:1054.17mg
45.83%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.11g
12.22%
Vitamin K:71.61µg
68.2%
Vitamin C:50mg
60.6%
Vitamin B6:0.69mg
34.54%
Potassium:1036.34mg
29.61%
Fiber:5.14g
20.55%
Vitamin A:935.49IU
18.71%
Manganese:0.37mg
18.26%
Phosphorus:171.33mg
17.13%
Magnesium:58.8mg
14.7%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
13.67%
Copper:0.26mg
12.91%
Vitamin B3:2.49mg
12.44%
Iron:2.04mg
11.34%
Folate:44.14µg
11.04%
Vitamin B5:0.85mg
8.54%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.45%
Calcium:83.29mg
8.33%
Zinc:0.87mg
5.8%
Vitamin E:0.57mg
3.8%
Vitamin B12:0.22µg
3.7%
Vitamin D:0.46µg
3.07%
Selenium:2.02µg
2.89%
Source:My Recipes