Perfect Mashed Potatoes

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Perfect Mashed Potatoes
43 min.
43
49kcal

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If you're on the hunt for the ultimate side dish to complement your meals, look no further than these Perfect Mashed Potatoes. This recipe is a tried-and-true favorite that gives you the creamy, dreamy texture you crave while being vegetarian and gluten-free, making it suitable for everyone at the table. Whether you’re hosting a festive gathering or enjoying a cozy family dinner, these mashed potatoes are sure to steal the spotlight.

Imagine perfectly cooked Yukon gold potatoes, transformed into a velvety mash with the richness of butter and the subtle tang of cream cheese. The addition of half-and-half elevates the creaminess, while coarsely ground pepper adds just the right hint of warmth, enhancing every single bite. With just a handful of simple ingredients and a little love, you can create a dish that’s not only delicious but also incredibly satisfying.

This recipe serves up to 43 people, making it ideal for large gatherings or leftovers that you'll be more than happy to savor the next day. Best of all, these mashed potatoes can be easily whipped up in under an hour, ensuring you spend less time in the kitchen and more with your guests. So roll up your sleeves, grab your hand mixer, and let’s dive into the world of Perfect Mashed Potatoes that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • ounces cream cheese softened
  • 0.8 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper 
  • 0.3 cup half-and-half 
  • teaspoons salt divided
  • pounds yukon gold potatoes 

Equipment

  • hand mixer
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Peel, Boil &
  2. Drain. Peel potatoes, and cut into 1-inch pieces. Bring potatoes, 1 tsp. salt, and cold water to cover to a boil in a medium-size Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, and cook 16 to 20 minutes or until fork-tender; drain.
  3. Add Creamy Richness. Return potatoes to Dutch oven. Cook until water evaporates and potatoes look dry. Mound potatoes on 1 side; add butter, next 3 ingredients, and remaining 1 tsp. salt to opposite side of Dutch oven. Cook 1 to 2 minutes or until butter is melted and mixture boils.
  4. Beat Until Smooth.
  5. Remove from heat; beat at medium speed with a hand-held electric mixer 30 seconds to 1 minute or to desired degree of smoothness. (Do not overbeat.)
  6. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories49kcal
Protein7.05%
Fat46.58%
Carbs46.37%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.48
Glycemic Load
4.09
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.8260869584654%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.25mg
Quercetin
0.22mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:48.76kcal
2.44%
Fat:2.58g
3.97%
Saturated Fat:1.58g
9.86%
Carbohydrates:5.78g
1.93%
Net Carbohydrates:5.07g
1.84%
Sugar:0.42g
0.47%
Cholesterol:7.1mg
2.37%
Sodium:130.81mg
5.69%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.88g
1.76%
Vitamin C:6.25mg
7.58%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
4.8%
Potassium:140.1mg
4%
Fiber:0.7g
2.82%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.67%
Phosphorus:23.12mg
2.31%
Magnesium:7.8mg
1.95%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.77%
Copper:0.04mg
1.77%
Vitamin A:86.86IU
1.74%
Vitamin B3:0.34mg
1.7%
Iron:0.26mg
1.42%
Folate:5.42µg
1.35%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.21%
Vitamin B5:0.12mg
1.17%
Source:My Recipes