Ingredients
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- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup whole milk, warmed
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Peel and cube the potatoes. Place them in a large pot of cold, salted water.
- Bring the water to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes or until potatoes are fork-tender.
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Let them steam dry for 1–2 minutes.
- Add butter, warm milk, sour cream, salt, and pepper to the pot.
- Mash the potatoes gently until smooth and creamy, avoiding overmixing.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with parsley if desired and serve warm.
Notes
- Use Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes for the best texture.
- Always warm your milk and butter before adding for maximum creaminess.
- Let potatoes steam dry after boiling to avoid watery mash.
- For extra richness, stir in cream cheese or roasted garlic.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiled & Mashed
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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