Perfect Mashed Potatoes

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

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There's nothing quite like a bowl of perfectly creamy mashed potatoes to elevate any meal, and these Perfect Mashed Potatoes are sure to impress! Whether you're hosting a festive gathering or simply enjoying a cozy family dinner, this timeless side dish brings comfort and joy to the table. Made with Yukon gold potatoes, known for their buttery flavor and creamy texture, these mashed potatoes are a crowd-pleaser and cater to a variety of dietary preferences as they are both vegetarian and gluten-free.

The secret to achieving that lush, velvety smoothness lies in the addition of cream cheese and half-and-half, which give these potatoes an irresistible richness. Each bite melts in your mouth while the perfectly balanced seasoning of salt and coarsely ground pepper enhances the natural flavors of the potatoes. The use of a hand mixer ensures that you reach the desired consistency without overbeating, allowing you to create that dreamy texture that no one can resist.

With a simple preparation time of just 43 minutes and a generous yield of 43 servings, these Perfect Mashed Potatoes are ideal for both intimate dinners and large gatherings alike. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to whip up this classic comfort food that promises to steal the spotlight at your next mealtime!

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