The Very Best Mashed Potatoes

Creamy, fluffy, and irresistibly rich, "The Very Best Mashed Potatoes" recipe is your ultimate guide to perfecting this classic comfort food. Featuring Yukon Gold potatoes for their naturally buttery texture and flavor, these mashed potatoes are elevated with a luxurious blend of unsalted butter, heavy cream, and whole milk. Optional garlic adds a subtle savory depth, while fresh chives create a vibrant finishing touch. With just 10 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of cooking time, this foolproof recipe guarantees velvety, lump-free results every time. Ideal for holidays or weeknight dinners, these mashed potatoes pair perfectly with roasted meats, gravy, or your favorite vegetable sides. Indulge in the creamiest, most flavorful mashed potatoes you've ever tasted—because nothing less than the best will do!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes
• 6 tbsp Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cups Heavy cream
• 0.25 cups Whole milk
• 1.5 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves (optional)
• 2 tbsp Fresh chives (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the Yukon Gold potatoes and cut them into evenly sized chunks, about 1-2 inches in size.

Step 2

Place the potato chunks in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.

Step 3

Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook the potatoes for 15-20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.

Step 4

While the potatoes are cooking, heat the butter, heavy cream, and milk in a small saucepan over low heat until warmed through. Stir occasionally and avoid boiling.

Step 5

If using garlic for a subtle flavor, add the peeled garlic cloves to the potatoes while they boil and cook them along with the potatoes.

Step 6

Once the potatoes are done, drain them and return them to the pot. If you used garlic, remove the cloves before mashing.

Step 7

Mash the potatoes with a potato masher or ricer until smooth. Avoid over-mixing, as this can make the potatoes gummy.

Step 8

Slowly pour in the warmed butter, cream, and milk mixture while stirring or mashing to combine. Adjust the texture by adding more cream or milk if needed.

Step 9

Season the mashed potatoes with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt and black pepper. Taste and adjust as needed.

Step 10

Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish, and garnish with chopped fresh chives if desired.

Step 11

Serve immediately while warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1188.3 grams (1188.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1734

Total Fat 114.60g	147%
Saturated Fat 67.20g	336%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 313mg	104%
Sodium 3679mg	160%
Total Carbohydrate 164.90g	60%
Dietary Fiber 12.70g	45%
Total Sugars 9.10g
Protein 21.50g	43%

Vitamin D 27IU	134%
Calcium 231mg	18%
Iron 7mg	41%
Potassium 3948mg	84%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.0%

Protein: 4.8%

Carbs: 37.1%