Mashed Potatoes with Toppers
Creamy, buttery, and endlessly customizable, these Mashed Potatoes with Toppers take classic comfort food to the next level! This recipe starts with perfectly boiled Russet potatoes, mashed to velvety smoothness and enriched with generous amounts of butter, heavy cream, and milk for a luxuriously rich texture. The magic, however, lies in the DIY toppings bar, featuring sharp grated cheddar cheese, crispy crumbled bacon, fresh chives, and tangy sour cream. Not only is this dish ready in just 40 minutes, but it also turns a simple side into an interactive culinary experience, perfect for family dinners or holiday feasts. Make these customizable mashed potatoes a hit at your table and let everyone craft their own flavorful masterpiece!
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds Russet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 0.25 cups Milk
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cups Grated cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cups Cooked and crumbled bacon
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh chives
- 0.5 cups Sour cream
Directions
Step 1
Peel the potatoes and cut them into evenly sized chunks. Place them in a large pot and cover with cold water.
Step 2
Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water, then bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook the potatoes until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
Step 3
Drain the potatoes thoroughly and return them to the pot. Allow them to sit for 1-2 minutes to steam off any excess moisture.
Step 4
Mash the potatoes using a potato masher, ricer, or an electric hand mixer until smooth and free of lumps.
Step 5
Add the butter, heavy cream, and milk to the mashed potatoes. Stir until the butter has melted and everything is fully incorporated.
Step 6
Season the potatoes with the remaining salt and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Step 7
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving bowl. Set up a toppings bar with grated cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, chopped chives, and sour cream, allowing everyone to customize their dish to their liking.
Step 8
Serve immediately while warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1387.8 grams (1387.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2513 |
| Total Fat 156.60g | 201% |
| Saturated Fat 88.80g | 444% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 436mg | 145% |
| Sodium 4068mg | 177% |
| Total Carbohydrate 213.60g | 78% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.10g | 58% |
| Total Sugars 21.10g | |
| Protein 69.80g | 140% |
| Vitamin D 39IU | 194% |
| Calcium 792mg | 61% |
| Iron 12mg | 64% |
| Potassium 5624mg | 120% |
Source of Calories